Auction: European Furniture & Decorative Arts - 2452Location: BostonDate / Time: April 11, 2009 10:00AM
Description:
Meissen Porcelain Four-light Candelabra, Germany, late 19th century, rococo-style base enamel and gilt decorated with florets and applied flowers, two nymphs seated to the front side, one holding a sickle and a sheaf of wheat, the other a basket of flowers and floral wreath, the candelabra heavily applied with flowers and fruit, underglaze crossed swords mark, ht. 19 3/4 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,000
Restorations and losses to the relief; two leaves to a candlescone restored.