- 1015
A Meissen allegorical group mid 19th century
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- crossed swords mark in underglaze blue, incised H34
- ceramics
modelled as a column on a square plinth applied with medallions depicting on one side Augustus the Strong, on the other the arms of Saxony and Poland, surrounded by two female figures holding a flower garland, two putti on the top and one to the back of the column, some chips
Condition
tip of broom broken, right end of scale chipped, tip of acanthus leaf broken, typical chips to flower encrusted garland
"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."
Catalogue Note
Augustus the Strong, Elector of Saxony and King of Poland, founded the Meissen Porcelain factory in 1710. To showcase his vast collection of Oriental porcelain, he aquired the Japanese Palace, also known as the 'Porcelain Palace', and commissioned thousands of pieces from the Meissen porcelain factory to furnish it