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A Meissen group of two spaniels and a pug dog circa 1750-55
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
- 14.5cm., 5¾in. high
modelled by J. J. Kändler, the spaniels with black markings to their coats, one scratching its chin, the pug dog wearing a puce collar gilt with the initials 'S.D.', raised on a shaped base applied with flowers and moulded wth gilt scrolls, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue, Russian inventory numbers and labels (minor chips, haircracks to base)
Provenance
Empress Alexandra Fedeorovna, wife of Nicholas I (1789-1860), bearing inventory label for Alexandria Cottage at Peterhof
Bearing another Russian inventory label, circa 1880-1890
Christie's London, 7th October 1996, lot 443
Bearing another Russian inventory label, circa 1880-1890
Christie's London, 7th October 1996, lot 443
Condition
Chip to one claw on each spaniel.Shallow chip to right ear of pug dog. Haircrack through base, approx. 6in.length.Minor nicks to applied leaves.
"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."