Beeldengroep van een Italiaanse komedie before 1884

This black and white photograph, likely taken before 1884 by Lemercier & Cie, shows a porcelain sculpture group titled "Beeldengroep van een Italiaanse komedie" (Sculpture group of an Italian comedy). The sculpture features multiple figures, likely portraying a scene from Commedia dell'arte, a form of Italian comedic theater popularized in the 16th century. The figures are arranged around a broken wall, creating a sense of movement and dynamism. This photograph from the Rijksmuseum captures the detail of the sculpture and provides insight into the historical performance of the genre.