Carlo Bertinazzi (1713–1783)
Bertinazzi (1713–1783) was an actor best known for his role as Harlequin in the commedia dell'arte (Italian comedy) that he performed from 1741 until his death. It is not certain where this highly accomplished portrait relief was made, but the short-lived Hewelke factory in Venice (1758–63) has been suggested.
Artwork Details
- Title: Carlo Bertinazzi (1713–1783)
- Maker: Attributed to the Hewelke Manufactory
- Date: ca. 1761–63
- Culture: Italian, Venice
- Medium: Hard-paste porcelain
- Dimensions: Height (without frame): 18 1/4 in. (46.4 cm); Framed: 21 × 16 1/2 in. (53.3 × 41.9 cm)
- Classification: Ceramics-Porcelain
- Credit Line: Gift of R. Thornton Wilson, in memory of James J. Rorimer, 1966
- Object Number: 66.92a, b
- Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts
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