A Meissen group of two dogs and a kennel, circa 1745

modelled by J. J. Kändler, with a pug sat on top of the kennel scratching itself with its hind leg, with a chained older dog below peering out from inside, a small feeding trough to one side, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue,

Anon. sale, Sotheby`s Zurich, 24th November 1992, lot 10; acquired at the sale.

One chain link is missing and another partially from the front of the model. Otherwise no other damage noted.
"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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This model is comparable to another listed in Kändler's work records in May 1734 as follows: 'Oben auf dieser Hunde Hütte befinden sich 2 Mops hündgen, wie sie sich auf der Hütte herum beißen, der alte Budel Hund aber welcher mit seiner anhabenden Kette aus dem Hunde Haus herraus gekrochen kömbt, siehet auf seine Hütte was passiret mit aufgesperrtem Maule als bellete er, Neben der Hunde Hütte befindet sich ein Freß Tröglein, worin allerley Knochen liegen' [On top of this dog kennel are 2 pugs playing, the old poodle which has crawled out of the dog house with its tied chain watches with an open mouth, as if he is barking, next to the dog kennel is a small bowl with all sorts of bones].