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A pair of Meissen figures of Harlequin and Columbine circa 1760
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue
- 13.7cm., 5½in. and 13.5cm., 5 3 / 8 in.
each modelled by J.J.Kändler, the Harlequin modelled seated playing the bag-pipes on a rockwork base, wearing a black highpointed hat with a puce ribbon, yellow breeches, a puce and turquoise chequered jacket and white shoes with puce bows, she wearing a yellow hat with a puce ribbon, a white bodice with blue bows, puce skirt and white shoes with yellow ribbons
Condition
He with restoration to lower bulb of pipe, one finger missing, she with restoration to waist, bodice and hat.
"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."