A pair of gilt-bronze and lacquer mounted Meissen porcelain allegorical figures representing the Triumphs of Venus and Neptune, the porcelain mid-18th century, the mounts late 19th century

both modelled sat in a shell-shaped chariot, Venus holding an apple, with cupid at her side and a pair of doves at her feet, Neptune with a triton at his side, both drawn by two hippocampi held by gilt-metal reigns,

Given the fragility of the porcelain models, the overall condition is good. The model of Venus: One hippocampo has a loose and separated hoof, and her right big toe is restored. The model of Neptune: Three of the hippocampi's legs are restored and one has a restored ear and tail fin. Two of Neptune's left fingers are restored and the head of his trident is lacking. Both could benefit from a light cleaning. Both bronze mounts with some tarnishing, consistent with age.
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A pair of this type of model depicting Apollo and Juno similarly mounted, was sold in these rooms, 5th November 2013, lot 23.