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A Kloster Veilsdorf porcelain figure of Jupiter from the 'Seven Planets' series, circa 1765
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
- 24.5cm., 9 5/8 in. high
modelled by Wenzel Neu, seated in clouds wearing a crown, wearing loose gilded striped drapery,
Literature
RELATED LITERATURE
Markus W. Peters, op. cit., 1991, p. 84, abb. 34, for another example of the model;
Ralf-Jürgen Sattler, op. cit., 1993, pp. 44-45, no. 10;
Christoph Fritzsche, op. cit., 2006, pp. 89-114.
Markus W. Peters, op. cit., 1991, p. 84, abb. 34, for another example of the model;
Ralf-Jürgen Sattler, op. cit., 1993, pp. 44-45, no. 10;
Christoph Fritzsche, op. cit., 2006, pp. 89-114.
Condition
In generally good appearance.
There is some restoration to the top edge of the clouds to the side of Jupiter's left leg, where it is possible a porcelain model of an eagle may have once been.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."