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A Meissen figure of Mezzetin from the Weissenfels series, by Peter Reinicke and J. J. Kändler, circa 1744
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- ceramics
- 14cm, 5 1/2 in high
wearing a black linen cap, turquoise coat and yellow breeches, his purple coat drawn around his belly (some restoration)
Provenance
Jorg Nelte Collection, Christie's London, 12 October 1995, lot 30
Condition
hand restuck
"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."
Catalogue Note
This model is adapated from Joullain's engraving "Habit de Mezzetin". The figure of Mezzetin is recorded in Reinicke's work notes in August 1744 "1 detto Mezzetin, v. gleicher Grösse, in Thon Bossirt" (1 ditto Mezzetin, of the same size, modelled in clay).
Mezzetin means 'half measure' and in accordance with this variable character he could be a deceived or a deceiving husband, and could serve his master with devotion or take bribes and betray him.