拍品 88
  • 88

Two Meissen allegorical figures of 'Spring' and 'Summer' circa 1750-60

估價
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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描述

  • ceramics
  • heights 8 3/4 in. and 9 in.
  • 22.2 cm and 22.9 cm
modelled by F. E. Meyer, on a high scroll-molded base encrusted with leaves and flowers, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue to back of bases.

Condition

Both with some occasional and minor chips or restored chips to the edges of leaves or flowers. Spring: Both her arms have been broken off and very well restored back; her fingers are also restored. There is a 1-inch section broken off at the edge of her cloak draping over her right arm, mostly visible from the back of the figure. Summer: The edges of her hairdress is restored. Her right wrist and fingers have been broken off and very well restored back. There are some minor and occasional restorations and a few small chips to the edges of the wheat. Her sickle is restored. There is a minuscule chip to the edge of her cloak at the 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.