A gilt-bronze mounted Meissen model of the Cherry Pickers, the porcelain circa 1760-65, the mounts Louis XV, possibly Vienna, circa 1765

modelled as a gentleman and lady beneath a tree, a child above throws down apples, upon a scrollwork edged base picked out in gold, the mount applied with branches issuing porcelain flowers

Property of the Estate of Nelson A. Rockefeller, sold Sotheby Parke Bernet, New York, 11th April 1980, lot 211.

There are some old restorations to extremities - these include the male figure's right coat cuff and sleeve, his right foot is replaced; her left arm, and the boy's right foot. Similarly the tree branch tips have been restored together with the left foot of the figure in the tree. The flowers are in generally good condition with only typical minor chips, all have been secured in place with a fixing agent. The bronze mount with some typical tarnishing consistent with age, one bronze flower head is loose. There is some old glue residue at base terminal of branch.
"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.
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