Lot 653
  • 653

A pair of Meissen figures of bitterns, late 19th century

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

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  • Porcelain
  • 38cm., 15in. high
after models by J. J. Kändler, each bird standing with head turned to the left or right, their plumage picked out in shades of brown and black, modelled standing before reeds on a mound base, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue, incised numerals 2015 and 2020, each impressed 130, 

Condition

One bird with restoration to beak. The other bird in good condition.
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