European Ceramics and Glass - 28th February 2007

Lot 197

A Meissen figure of a street trader

Estimate £600 - £1,000 | Hammer £980

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Description

A Meissen figure of a street trader, modelled by Reinicke, she stands holding a large pair of jugs, and wears a green fur-lined coat, the pad base applied with flowers, leaves, and marked to the rear with crossed swords, c.1755. Some restoration to her jugs. 13cm. Cf. L & Y Adams, Meissen portrait figures, p139 for a similar figure.