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A pair of Meissen 'Cris de Paris' figures of 'Le Marquis' and 'Coquette' circa 1755-60
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- the Marquis with crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue and impressed numerals 36
- each: 13.5cm high; 5½in.
modelled by Reinecke, he wearing a purple coat, a black collar bow, a yellow flower waistcoat with blue and purple flowers, puce breeches and black shoes with gilt buckles, she holding a fan, with a black reticule over her left arm, wearing a purple dress, yellow underskirt and red shoes, a gilt watch hanging from her waist, the scroll-edged bases applied with flowers and leaves (he with restoration to the edge of right sleeve, she with restoration to left arm, reticule and bottom edge of fan)
Condition
He with restoration to edge of right sleeve, sword handle hair ribbon and left hand, she with restoration to left arm, reticule and bottom edge of fan.
"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."