Lot 389
- 389
A Meissen 'crinoline' group of lovers circa 1745
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
- 11.5cm., 4½in.
modelled by J.J Kaendler, the gallant and lady embraced in each others arms, he wearing a gilt-edged white tunic and black breeches, she a white dress with indianische Blumen, on a base applied with flowers and leaves (some restorations)
Provenance
With Kate Foster Antiques, London
Condition
She with chips to the edge of the cap, restoration to the yellow bow on skirt and black bow on her right hand, edge of left sleeve, edge of underskirt above shoe, and skirt lapet at the back, he with restoration to hair bow, some restoration to leaves and flowers on base
"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 group is recorded in Kaendler's Arbeitsberichte from January 1746, 'Ein neues Groupgen, wie eine wohlbekleidete Dame einem Cavalier auf der Schooss sitzet und sich miteinander küssen...