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LOT 45

Lot 45

‘Meissen’ Elements Ewer Emblematic of Water, late 19th century

‘Meissen’ Elements Ewer Emblematic of Water, late 19th century
Lot 45 Details
‘Meissen’ Elements Ewer Emblematic of Water, late 19th century

moulded and painted with a frieze of sailing ships at sea and applied with figures of Neptune, a mermaid, hippocampi and dolphins, a cherub atop the scroll handle
minor loss
height 18.2 in — 46.3 cm
impressed numerals 31

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $7,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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‘Meissen’ Elements Ewer Emblematic of Water, late 19th century
  • ‘Meissen’ Elements Ewer Emblematic of Water, late 19th century

CONDITION DETAILS

Loss only to dolphin tail at front; very small chip at mermaid’s tail and to one finger; minor glaze flaws to lower body; otherwise substantially in good condition; impressed numerals 31 under the base are the only marks visible

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About Condition Ratings

  • 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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