Decorative arts — 1800-1830
Figure, flatback figure
This is a figure of Shylock, the Venetian Jewish merchant in Shakespeare's 'The Merchant of Venice'. His inhumane behaviour in the play reflects the racial stereotypes then applied to the Jewish community. The first Jews in London stood out because of their religious customs, which seemed unusual to Christians. By the 18th and 19th centuries, many had assimilated into the general population.
- Category:
- Decorative arts
- Object ID:
- C2403
- Object name:
- figure, flatback figure
- Object type:
- Artist/Maker:
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- Production date:
- 1800-1830
- Material:
ceramic, porcelain
- Measurements/duration:
- H 248 mm, DM 90 mm
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- On display:
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- Record quality:
- 80%
- Part of this object:
- —
- Owner Status & Credit:
Permanent collection
- Copyright holder:
digital image © London Museum
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