CIRCA 1750, BLUE CROSSED SWORDS MARK TO BACK OF BASE

The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.

Restoration to hat brim. Broken through neck and restored, with some clear lacquer extending to the lower part of his face. Restoration to both hands and cuffs, small restored chip to corner of black shawl collar. Staff and hanging sack restored, the staff probably a replacement. Slight chipping to edge of base at underside. Some minor wear to gilding and enamels, firing crack to his left ankle, chipping, losses and restorations to applied leaves and flowers. Occasional small surface abrasion or graze.

An XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) test was carried out by The Centre for Archaeological and Forensic Analysis at Cranfield University confirming that the enamels on this object is consistent with the published data for enamels on other Meissen porcelain dating to the 18th century.