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LOT 199

Lot 199

Meissen Figure Group of Mercury Confiding the Infant Bacchus to the Nymphs, late 19th century

Meissen Figure Group of Mercury Confiding the Infant Bacchus to the Nymphs, late 19th century
Lot 199 Details
Meissen Figure Group of Mercury Confiding the Infant Bacchus to the Nymphs, late 19th century

condition noted
height 11.4 in — 29 cm
impressed and incised numerals including 85 / 2520, painted 20 in red and crossed swords mark in underglaze blue

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $1,560
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Meissen Figure Group of Mercury Confiding the Infant Bacchus to the Nymphs, late 19th century
  • Meissen Figure Group of Mercury Confiding the Infant Bacchus to the Nymphs, late 19th century
  • Meissen Figure Group of Mercury Confiding the Infant Bacchus to the Nymphs, late 19th century
  • Meissen Figure Group of Mercury Confiding the Infant Bacchus to the Nymphs, late 19th century
  • Meissen Figure Group of Mercury Confiding the Infant Bacchus to the Nymphs, late 19th century
  • Meissen Figure Group of Mercury Confiding the Infant Bacchus to the Nymphs, late 19th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Some relatively minor losses/repairs to both Mercury's hands and one helmet wing, one entire leg of rearmost nymph and a foot on each of two others; shallow chip at the rear base edge; otherwise substantially in good condition

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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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