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A PAIR OF MEISSEN FIGURES OF 'DAY' AND 'NIGHT', SECOND HALF 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- H. of 'Day' 7 1/8 in.
- 18.1 cm
each modlled as a putto standing upon a golden orb, 'Day' wearing pink drapery and sun rays in his hair and 'Night' wearing dark grey drapery and a crown of stars, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue, incised M 104 or M 105. Minor chip.
Condition
The figure of night is in overall very good condition. The figure of day has restoration to his torch, the large sunflower, and to the leaves in his raised hand.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.