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Decorative Arts Auction

June 15, 2015

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LOT 151

Lot 151

Pair of Meissen Porcelain Companion Figures Emblematic of Love’s Destiny, c.1900

Pair of Meissen Porcelain Companion Figures Emblematic of Love’s Destiny, c.1900
Lot 151 Details
Pair of Meissen Porcelain Companion Figures Emblematic of Love’s Destiny, c.1900

the young man posed forlornly near a stump, in his hat a nest of eggs, the girl with a bird perched at the door of a cage and a recumbent lamb at her feet, painted in colours and gilt on moulded and gilt circular bases
height 11.2" — 28.5 cm.
impressed numerals and incised marks F73 and F68, painted crossed swords marks in underglaze blue

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $1,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Some losses to applied flowers and leaves and open door of cage; tiny chips on the nest

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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