- 671
A Frankenthal figure group emblematic of ‘Harmony in Marriage’, circa 1766
Estimate
1,000 - 1,200 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
- 16cm., 6 1/4 in. high
modelled by Carl Gottlieb Lück, the couple sat embracing about to kiss, upon tree stumps on a grassy mound base edged in gilt-scrolls, crowned interlaced CT monogram and ‘AB’ in underglaze-blue,
Condition
There is a faint extended firing crack to underside of base. There are some chips with old re-touching to extremities including the bocage branch which is re-stuck, the male figure's sword and both figures fingertips.
"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
For the model and the companion model for lot 672, see B. Beaucamp-Markowsky, Frankenthaler Porzellan, Munich, 2008, Vol. I, nos. 257 and 258.