- 415
A pair of Meissen figures of Hurdy Gurdy players, circa 1740
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- Porcelain
- 12.5cm., 4 7/8 in. and 11.5cm., 4 1/2 in. high
modelled by J. J. Kändler, both wearing ragged clothes resting the instruments on their laps, painted in complimenting tones of red, black and yellow, sat upon small rockwork bases,
Literature
Newbattle Abbey, Midlothian, Inventory, 1901, p.120, Decorative China in Lady Lothian's Dressing Room & Ante Room; '2 china figures, Musicians (faulty). 4 1/2" '
Condition
The male figure lacking left foot and left brim of hat. Some typical chips to strings of instrument, each terminal of strap lacking.
The female figure, with section of rockwork base lacking, flat chip to hem of coat, chip to front right hem corner of apron.
"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
Similar models are discussed by Dr. E. Pauls-Eisenbeiss, German Porcelain of the 18th Century, London, 1972, Vol. I, pp. 84-85.