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Lot 198
  • 198

A Meissen dog kennel group circa 1740

Estimate
4,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
  • 13cm., 5 1/8 in. high
modelled by J. J. Kändler, with a pug dog lying on the brick-red roof of a kennel, a chained terrier looking out from the circular opening below, a small feeding trough with bones on one side, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue (minor damage)

Provenance

Sotheby's London, 17th June 1986, lot 248

Condition

Minor chip to each ear of pug dog. Minor glaze chips to trough.Section of chain lacking between terrier's collar and kennel opening. Minor wear to enamels.Mior nick to tip of terrier's right ear.
"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."