Lot 220
  • 220

A MEISSEN MYTHOLOGICAL GROUP OF 'THE CUPID SELLER' SECOND HALF 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description

  • height 18 1/2 in.
  • 46.9 cm
after an 18th century model by Christopher Gottleib Jüchtzer, modeled in four parts with, a cherub seller, two female patrons and three cherubs, one held aloft by the seller, one in a cage, and one in the folds of a patron's robes, all on an oval rocky base, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue. Some restoration, one cupid's wing is broken, minor chips.

Condition

The wing of the cupid held aloft is detatched; the same cupid's arms are bothrestored back on; there are small chips and losses to the applied leaves on the base..
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.