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Lot 279
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ELEVEN MEISSEN FIGURES OF 'DEVISENKINDER' LATE 19TH / EARLY 20TH CENTURY

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • height of tallest 6 in.
  • 15.2 cm
each modelled as a putto emblemetic of love raised on a triangular canted base inscribed with a French title, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue, various incised model numbers and impressed numerals.

Condition

In good condition, except: "Je le dompte" figure: Both hands are restored. The tip of his left wing and his axe are restored. "Je les sends legers" figure: has been sprayed overall making it difficult to determine the exact nature of the damage/s. "Je les enflamme" figure: his right wing has been broken off and restored back. "Las de vinore je me repose" figure: his left toe is restored. "Je les ramene: figure: has some very minor occasional chips to the edges of the flowers on the garland he is holding. "Je les balance" figure: his scale is restored.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.