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A pair of Meissen figures of bears circa 1750
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
- 19cm., 71/2 in. and 18cm., 7in. high
modelled by J. J. Kändler, crouching and snarling, their fur finely detailed in tones of brown or grey, the oval mound bases applied with flowers and leaves, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue (some restoration and chips)
Provenance
Olive, Lady Baillie, Lowndes House, London (dining room), acquired from Nicolier, 4th August 1965
Exhibited
London, Asprey, nos. 11A and B
Condition
Brown bear- small crack and some restoration to left back edge. Restoration to both ears, fangs and tips of claws.
Grey bear- restoration to tail. Restored crack through base. Restoration to fangs, ears and tips of claws.
"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
A similar example of the righthand bear is illustrated by Albiker (1959), no. 221.