The Harlequin Family 1735 - 1745

"The Harlequin Family" is a porcelain figurine created by the Meissen Manufactory between 1735 and 1745. The figurine depicts a harlequin family, likely a father and his two children, dressed in traditional harlequin costumes. The father is holding a child in his arms, while the other child stands beside him. The figurine's ornate costumes are meticulously detailed, featuring intricate patterns and colors. It is currently part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection in New York City.