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A Meissen model of a Bohemian waxwing circa 1745-50
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue
- 25cm., 9¾in.
modelled by J.J. Kaendler, perched on a tree stump preening its wing, the plumage picked out in shades of black, brown and iron-red, the tips of the wings and tail feathers in yellow, the tree stump applied with leafy branches and a beetle (restoration)
Condition
edge of outstretched wing, tail feathers, two claws and leaves restored
"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."
Catalogue Note
Kaendler's Arbeitsberichte list the modelling of a waxwing in January 1741, Bl. 8 r - 9 v: Einen Vogel in Ziemlicher Größe, Ein Seyden Schwanz genannt Welcher auf einen Starcken Aste aufs Sauberste nach der Natur Vorgestellet und nach poußiret ist. See U. Pietsch, Die Arbeitsberichte des Meissener Porzellanmodelleurs Johann Joachim Kaendler, p.76.