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TWO MEISSEN GROUPS OF LOVERS SECOND HALF 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- ceramic
- height of taller group 9 in.
- 22.9 cm
each modelled as Cupid and Psyche seated in a carriage embracing, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue.
Condition
First group; the cheurp lacking and restoration to the back of the chariot where he would have stood; wings of Cupid broken of and restoration to his back where they would have been applied; minor small area of restoration the rim of one large wheel; minor chips to flowers and the ring chipped away from the lion mask at the front of the chariot.
Second group: minor restoration tho the end of cherub's bow, some restoration to one large wheel.
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.
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.