Royal Doulton Harlequin Figurine by Douglas Tootle
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- Harlequin - The Harlequin is a character from the Italian commedia dell'arte, a form of theatre typified by characters wearing masks, and acting out unscripted performances. There are corresponding characters in the French and Spanish theatre.
In dress, he is characterised by his hat, mask, and colourful diamond-pattern tunic.
Columbine is the mistress of Harlequin, and the wife of Pierrot.
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