Lot 17
  • 17

Joseph Kaffsack "Samurai and Geisha," a pair of polychrome decorated earthenware figures Austria, second half 19th century

Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description

  • Joseph Kaffsack
  • terracota
  • height 33 1/2 in.
  • 85 cm
each respectively numbered 592 and 593, signed KAFFSACK and stamped Gesetzlich Gesehutz, vervielfältigung Vorbehalten.

Condition

Overall in fair condition with losses of colored glazes around the base. Second half of samurai sword missing and replacement to sword handle.
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