THREE MEISSEN MYTHOLOGICAL GROUPS SECOND HALF 19TH CENTURY

the first modelled as 'Europa and the Bull', the second as 'Drunken Bacchus'  astride a donkey and the third as 'Drunken Bacchus' seated astride a barrel, the first two with crossed swords marks, the third with a cancelled crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue, incised and impressed numerals.

Europa: the bull's tail is restored and there some minor chips to the flowers; otherwise in generally good condition. Bacchus on a barrel: the maiden's restored right foot has been broken off above the ankle and glued back in place; there is some restoration to the toes of her other foot and the tips of her left hand's fingers; minor chips to the fingers of the putto beside her. The upraised arm of Bacchus is restored; there is minor restoration to a chip to the molded scrollwork at one end of the base; and minor chips to the applied leaves. Bacchus on a mule: the end of the mule's tail is restored; there is a firing crack across the attendant figure's right knee and to the putto's neck; minor chips and losses to applied vines and leaves.
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.