Description:
Six Meissen Porcelain Motto Figures, Germany, 20th century, each with gilded trim and polychrome enamel decorated, modeled in varying poses with inscribed titles below, underglaze crossed swords marks, 4 1/2 to 5 7/8 in.
Estimate $300-500
Je le captive: In very good condition throughout.
Je prends mon essor: Toes chipped to raised foot.
Je les punis: Partial ribbon missing.
Je les ramene: Minor chipping to a flower petal.
Coup sur coup: End of bow missing.
Je les accouple: Ribbon ties heavily damaged and poorly repaired.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
GermanyStuart Slavid
Senior Vice President
Director of Fine Ceramics
Director of Fine Silver
Director of European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Emily Stegner
Specialist, European Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3203
Stephanie Opolski
Appraiser
508-970-3000
European Furniture & Decorative Arts
The European Furniture & Decorative Arts department curates auctions of English, French, German, Italian, Dutch, and Russian antiques, furniture, and decorative arts.