British and Continental Ceramics & Glass - 19th September 2023
Lot 385
A large pair of Meissen figures of greyhounds, c.1745-50, modelled by Johann Joachim Kändler, each
Estimate £5,000 - £8,000 | Hammer £8000
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Description
A large pair of Meissen figures of greyhounds, c.1745-50, modelled by Johann Joachim Kändler, each in pursuit with forepaws lifted off the ground, supported on low tree stumps, their coats decorated with small brown patches, the oval bases applied with flowers and leaves, blue crossed swords marks, some good restoration, 26cm across. (2)
Provenance: a private UK collection.
These models were designed by Kändler to feature as part of the table decorations at the hunting lodge of Augustus the Strong.