Lot 99
- 99
A Meissen model of a sparrow-hawk with its prey, circa 1745
Estimate
1,200 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Porcelain
- 28.3cm., 11 1/8 in. high
modelled by J. J. Kändler, perched on a high stump devouring a small bird,
Literature
Melitta Kunze-Köllensperger, Alexanders Tiere, Sammlung Axel Guttman, Part VII, pp. 91, 136, no. 103
Condition
The end of the hawk's tail is replaced, tips of both wings restored. The smaller bird's left wing is restored. Typical restoration and chipping to applied leaves. There is some discoloured restoration around edge of base which has started to flake away.
"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
The model along with a companion model was created by Kändler in 1734 and 1739; the Taxa for 1734 reads 'Ein Rittelweibgen oder Lerchen Geyer welches vorgestellet in Lebens Größe wie es eine Lerche frißt ruhet auf einem verzierten Postament.' [1 kestrel or lark vulture, depicted life-size, devouring a lark, resting on an ornate pedestal]. The models are illustrated by Karl Albiker, 1959, pls. 86 and 87. Examples of the model were most recently sold from the Property of the Collection of Sir Gawaine and Lady Baillie collection, Sotheby's London, 1st May 2013, lots 5 and 22.