- 857
A Meissen figure of a shepherdess, circa 1750-1755
Estimate
700 - 900 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Porcelain
- 14cm., 5 1/4 in. and 19cm., 7 1/2 in. high
modelled as a young girl standing with a posy of flowers with a recumbent sheep at her feet, wearing a pale yellow hat, flower painted puce bodice draped with a flower garland and yellow skirt; together with a porcelain figure of a provincial fife and drum player, probably Samson, late 19th century, after a Meissen original modelled by J. J. Kändler, minor restoration,
Provenance
With Kunsthandel Dr. Dagmar Holz, Königswinter
Condition
Shepherdess- Some restoration to hat. Restoration to sheep's leash. Tip of sheep's right ear restored. Minor chips to flowers and leaves.
Fife and drum player- Restoration to drumstick.
"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."