Lot 347
  • 347

A Meissen set of chess figures 20th Century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue, incised  and impressed numerals
  • the tallest 7.2cm., 2¾in.
after the model by J.J. Kaendler, modelled as figures of Turks and Moors, the Moors dressed in yellow and blue, the Turks in blue and red (minor repair to one figure)

Condition

one figure with head broken and re-stuck, otherwise in very good condition
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