Meissen Porcelain Figure Group of Putti as Summer C.1860

Name: Meissen Porcelain Figure Group of Putti as Summer C.1860
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA870788
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by The Fancy Fox

Description

An amusing Meissen porcelain figural group of three putti getting up to mischief as one is being held over a rock covered with ears of wheat and cornflowers as the others are attempting to smack his bottom as he reaches back to try to shield himself. Set on a simple rocky base with more finely modelled sheaves of wheat scattered about and one of the standing putti holding a bundle under his arm. Possibly representing Summer in a series of the Seasons. Crossed swords mark and incised marks, c.1860-1880.

It measures 14.2cm (5 5/8") high and 12.2cm (5 3/8") by 7cm (2 3/4") wide.

In excellent condition with no damage, repair or restoration bar some very minor chips to the tips of some of the ears of wheat.

Physical Dimensions

Height

14.2cm (5.59")

Width

12.2cm (4.80")

Depth

7cm (2.76")

Declaration

The Fancy Fox has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA870788

Dealers Internal Reference

FA1240

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Set on a simple rocky base with more finely modelled sheaves of wheat scattered about and one of the standing putti holding a bundle under his arm.

The Fancy Fox

Possibly representing Summer in a series of the Seasons. Crossed swords mark and incised marks, c.1860-1880.