Lot 390
- 390
A Meissen figure of Il Capitano from the Duke of Weissenfels series circa 1744
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- crossed swords mark in underglaze blue
- porcelain
- 14cm., 5½in.
modelled by P. Reinecke and J.J. Kaendler, standing before a tree-stump, with his right arm behind his back and his left arm on his sword, wearing a black hat, gilt-edged yellow waistcoat, white coat and blue breeches, on a circular base encrusted with flowers and leaves (some restoration)
Provenance
With Kate Foster Antiques, London
Condition
restoration to brim of his hat and hilt, fltat chip to one finger on left hand
"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
modelled after the engraving Habit de Capitan Italien by Joullain for Riccoboni's Histoire du Théâtre Italien, Paris 1728, see M.Chilton, Harlequin unmasked, p. 55