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A pair of Meissen figures of singers circa 1755
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- crossed swords mark in underglaze blue
- Ceramics
- 26.5cm., 10½in. and 25cm., 9 7/8 in.
each modelled by J. J. Kändler, holding a singing sheet, she wearing a dress painted with indianische Blumen, a green bodice and puce hat, he wearing a jacket with indianische Blumen, a yellow waistcoat and puce breeches, on a high rococo scroll base (both with parts broken and restuck)
Condition
she with upper body section, right arm, both hands and right quarter of base broken and restuck, he with both legs, both hands and tree stump broken and restuck, chips to leaves and flowers
"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."