Silver, Ceramic, Glass

June 10, 2009

LOT 185

Lot 185

Meissen Crinoline Group of Lovers with a Birdcage, Emblematic of Matrimony, modelled by J.J. Kändler, c.1736

Meissen Crinoline Group of Lovers with a Birdcage, Emblematic of Matrimony, modelled by J.J. Kändler, c.1736
Lot 185 Details
Meissen Crinoline Group of Lovers with a Birdcage, Emblematic of Matrimony, modelled by J.J. Kändler, c.1736

minor restoration
height 5.1" — 13 cm.

Estimate $20,000-$25,000

Realised: $60,000
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Meissen Crinoline Group of Lovers with a Birdcage, Emblematic of Matrimony, modelled by J.J. Kändler, c.1736
  • Meissen Crinoline Group of Lovers with a Birdcage, Emblematic of Matrimony, modelled by J.J. Kändler, c.1736

CONDITION DETAILS

Restoration to both legs, also to the ring finial and an area of the back of the birdcage; minor chips and loss to applied flowers and leaves; tiny chip to each of lady’s sleeve cuffs

LOT 185
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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.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.