Figure of a Chinaman

Chelsea Porcelain Factory

National Museum Cardiff

circa 1755

An extremely rare and important Chelsea figure of a Chinaman, standing holding the end of one of his long moustaches in his right hand. He wears a voluminous white cloak and a gilt decorated belt, his trousers are trimmed in gold, his puce cap with gilt edge and his puce shoes are tied with yellow bows. The circular base has a few applied flowers and leaves.

• Medium: soft paste porcelain
• Dimensions: 17.8 x 8.5 x 8cm
• Art Fund Grant: £1000 ( Total: £8,400)
• ArtFunded in: 1972
• Vendor: Messrs Winnifred Williams

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