European Ceramics - 28th February 2006

Lot 151

A matched and combined German porcelain monkey band orchestra

Estimate £1,000 - £2,000 | Hammer £1900

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Description

A matched and combined German porcelain monkey band orchestra, after the Meissen models by J J K and P Reinicke, the monkeys playing a multitude of instruments, singing and with two conductors and a single stand, dressed in coloured jackets, wigs and tricorn hats and raised on scrolling bases, differing marks. Some damage and repairs. 19th and 20th century, 19cm. Max. (26)