- 598
A Meissen figure of a seated pug, circa 1745-50
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
- 11.5cm., 4 1/2 in. high
modelled by J. J. Kändler, naturalistically modelled and coloured, wearing a gilt-edged green collar with puce rosette and sat on a pale yellow cushion with gilt foliage and tassels, traces of crossed swords mark in blue enamel,
Condition
There is some restoration to both ears and tail and to one of the tassels, otherwise some minor wear to gilding.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Kändler's Taxa or work record from 1740-48 lists: '2 Mops Hunde gegen einander sitzend von ziemlicher Größe, auf einem Küssen, 6 Thlr.', [2 pug dogs of proper size seated facing each other, on a pillow, 6.Thlr.].