- 690
A Meissen figure of a cart horse circa 1750
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- height 6 in.
- 15.2 cm
faint crossed-swords mark in blue.
Provenance
Antique Porcelain Co., Ltd., London
Condition
The base is rather flat and was probably ground slightly at the factory to make it stand flat. Minor chips to the applied flowers and leaves; minor chip and a portion of the reins extending from the yoke at the back of the figure is chipped away.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
Catalogue Note
A figure of a horse similar to the present example is illustrated by Rainer Rückert, Meissener Porzellan 1710-1810, p. 286, no. 1173. Another similar figure was sold at Sotheby's London, March 2, 1994, lot 114.