Porcelain sculpture - figural perfume or scent bottle in the form of a Chinese boy. Dates to the 19th century, probably French or German.
A little over 5inches high.
Stands on a naturalistically coloured round base. Hands clasped inside wide sleeves. Beautifully modelled blue pants and facial features. A board around his neck - hints ominously at his headless future. Stopper in the form of the removable head.
Handpainted black 2 under the stopper and 38 under the base. Incised 431.
Condition is very good.

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