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A group of three Meissen figures circa 1755
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue
comprising: a 'Cris de Paris' figure of the fiddler, modelled by J.J. Kaendler and P. Reinecke, wearing a fur trimmed hat, a purple striped jacket, white shirt and grey breeches, his apron holding small ballad books (top of violin neck broken), (14cm., 5½in.), and a pair of Meissen figures of Harlequin and Columbine, each modelled by J.J. Kaendler, he modelled seated playing the bag-pipes , she playing the hurdy-gurdy (some restoration) (13.7cm., 5½in. and 13.5cm., 5 3 / 8in.)
Condition
the fiddler with tip of violin neck broken, the harlequin with restoration to lower bulb of pipe and one finger missing, Columbine with restoration to waist, bodice and hat
"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."