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A Kloster Veilsdorf porcelain figure of Diana from the 'Seven Planets' series, circa 1765
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- PORCELAIN
- 28cm., 11in. high
modelled by Wenzel Neu, standing in clouds wearing long green drapery and a gilded crescent moon diadem, with an arrow quiver over her shoulder and a bow in her left hand, crossed swords mark in blue,
Literature
RELATED LITERATURE
Markus W. Peters, op. cit., 1991, p. 89, abb. 39, for another example of the model;
Christoph Fritzsche, op. cit., 2006, pp. 89-114.
Markus W. Peters, op. cit., 1991, p. 89, abb. 39, for another example of the model;
Christoph Fritzsche, op. cit., 2006, pp. 89-114.
Condition
In overall good appearance.
The figure has restoration to extremities, including the crescent moon medallion in her hair and the arrow feathers in her quiver. The lower part of her bow is chipped and there is some slight restoration to an area of her green draper to the left of her right arm.
"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."