Fine Porcelain and Pottery - 25th February 2014
Lot 282
A large pair of Meissen figures of beggar musicians 18th century
Estimate £800 - £1,200 | Hammer £1200
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Description
A large pair of Meissen figures of beggar musicians 18th century, he playing the bagpipes, she the hurdy-gurdy, both wearing tattered clothing, blue crossed swords mark to the back of the bases, 33.5cm. (2)
Cf. Christie's, The Collection of Maria Angiolillo, 15th July 2010, lot 526 for a similar example.