CIRCA 1750, TRACES OF BLUE CROSSED SWORDS MARK

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A MEISSEN GILT-METAL MOUNTED SCENT-BOTTLE
CIRCA 1750, TRACES OF BLUE CROSSED SWORDS MARK
Modelled as a boy embracing a shepherdess by a flower-encrusted tree-stump, a seated dog and a recumbent sheep nearby, the domed stopper applied with flowers, chain attachment (restored chipping to back of base and neck, areas of minute wear)
2½ in. (6.4 cm.) high overall

Provenance

Anon., sale Lempertz, Cologne, 22nd May 1957, lot 186, pl. 4 (600 DM).

Special notice

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Lot Essay

A similar example from the Jacques Mühsam Collection was sold by Glückselig, Vienna, 27-30th April 1925, lot 175, and another from the Stewart Granger Collection was sold in these Rooms on 20th May 1963, lot 136.

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