Description
A pair of Meissen figures emblematic of Day and Night, late 19th century Modelled by Heinrich Schwabe, each modelled as a putto, 'Day' holding a flaming torch and a rose, a bird perched on a sunflower by his side, 'Night' draped in a dark blue cloak and wearing a crown with stars, holding rose buds, accompanied by an owl, each on a gilt orb and marbled base moulded with three rocailles, 17.5cm high, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue, incised model numbers M.105 and M.106, impressed numerals, gilt 67 to Night (2) Footnotes: Provenance: Purchased from Davies Antiques, London, in April 1994 For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing
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A pair of Meissen figures emblematic of Day and Night, late 19th century
Estimate £1,000-£1,500
Starting Price
£800
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