A FURSTENBURG PORCELAIN FIGURE OF PIERROT CIRCA 1775

modelled by Anton Carl Luplau after the model by Simon Feilner, modelled standing on a scroll-molded base, wearing a puce jacket and yellow pants, incised model number 271 and indistinct mark. Together with a Kloster Veilsdorf figure of Harlequin, circa 1765, modelled standing in front of a tree stump with his hands in his belt.

The Furstenberg figure- Left hand is restored; the restoration is old and is flaking. Kloster Veilsdorf figure- It has considerable restoration to both arms, ankles, knees and shoulders. The sword is chipped on its tip. The tree stump is broken into two and glued back.
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.

For a similar figure, please see Sigfried Ducret, Fürstenberger Porzellan, Vol. III, p. 25, pls. 26-27.