Multi-Estate Fall 2025 Auction
Lot 9:
Description
Item SKU: 5674
A dramatic pair of oversized jester figures dressed in vibrant harlequin attire. The bodies are constructed with fabric-over-frame forms clad in hot pink and emerald green satin, trimmed with metallic gold details. Their exaggerated curled shoes, ruffled collars, and multi-pronged hats with dangling bells echo traditional Venetian and commedia dell’arte costuming.
Each jester features a hand-painted face, lending an uncanny lifelike quality. The pair is richly theatrical, designed as showpieces for interior display, carnival décor, or themed event settings. Likely produced in Europe-where such figures were popular in the late 20th century for window displays and stage dressing-they embody the flamboyant spirit of masquerade and performance culture.
oth figures show light handling wear to the fabrics, minor surface scuffs, and toning consistent with age, though colors remain bold and striking.
Each measures 60" H.
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