Lot 83
- 83
A Meissen model of a lion and three hounds, circa 1765-70
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Porcelain
- 24.8cm., 9 3/4 in. long
modelled by J. J. Kändler, on an oval base encrusted with flowers, crossed swords, dot mark and X mark in underglaze-blue,
Literature
Melitta Kunze-Köllensperger, Alexanders Tiere, Sammlung Axel Guttman, Part VII, pp. 38, 113, no. 16
Condition
The model has been broken through the base at the middle and restored. There is restoration to the lion's forelegs and tail, lowest hound's body and neck, left hound's front left leg and rear right leg and the right hound's left ear. Typical chips to extremities.
"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
Kändler modelled several hunting groups with various animals but this hunting group with a lion seems to have been designed, together with one of a lioness, circa 1758 for the French market. This model is illustrated by Albiker, 1959, no. 194. An example of the companion group with a lioness from the Property of the Collection of Sir Gawaine and Lady Baillie was sold at Sotheby's London, 1st May 2013, lot 168.