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Made at: Chelsea Manufactory (England, active 1745–1784)
English
about 1755
Object Place: Europe, England

Medium/Technique Ceramic
Dimensions 27.94 cm (11 in.)
Credit Line Jessie and Sigmund Katz Collection
Accession Number1988.636
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope
ClassificationsCeramicsPorcelain

DescriptionStands against stump on square base with applied leaves and flowers. Short skirted sleeveless dress with Meissen type flowers, puce scarf. Holds flaming heart in right hand. Mark: red anchor.
ProvenanceBy 1972, Mr. and Mrs. Sigmund Katz [see note 1]; 1988, gift of Mr. and Mrs. Sigmund Katz. (Accession date: November 30, 1988)

NOTES:
[1] From December 27, 1972, on loan to the MFA from Mr. and Mrs. Sigmund Katz.