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Two Meissen groups with animals second half 19th century
Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- heights 7 in. and 6 in.
- 17.8 cm; 15.2 cm
comprising: a group of children with cows, probably later-decorated, and a group of a girl and goat, the first with crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue and incised R. 18, 50 40; and the second with a scratched crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue and incised H. 81, impressed 91.
Condition
The smaller group: The goat's left ear and horn have been broken off and restored back. There appears to be a small element on his head, which is now lacking. The girl's right hand index finger is chipped and the object she was carrying is now lacking. There are some minor occasional chips to the edges of the applied leaves on the base. The larger group: The cow's both ears and horns are restored. The rope that the girls is pulling is restored where it meets the cow's horns and the restoration extends further into her hand.The cow's tail has been broken at two places and restored back. Otherwise in good condition.
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.