A MASSIVE MEISSEN VASE AND COVER ALLEGORICAL OF 'SUMMER' Second half of the 19th century

modeled with a maiden carrying wheat sheaves in her arms seated atop the baluster-shaped vase applied with fruiting branches, further wheat sheaves, and a putto, all raised on a tall waisted stem and circular foot, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue. Minor chips and some restoration.

Cover: minor chip to a wheat ear in her hair; restoration to the ends of most of the wheat in her arm; the end of what she held in her right hand (probably the blade of a hand scythe) is lacking; there is a firing-related haircrack beneath where she sits, running across her drapery at the back. Vase: restored chips and losses to the applied leaves and wheat ears; some filling and restoration where the handles are bolted on; restored chip at the center of the front beneath the apples; minor restored firing crack to the foot.
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.