Sale 7383
London, South Kensington
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24 October 1996
Price realised
GBP 1,035
Estimate
A Meissen model of a cockatoo after Kändler, perched on a tree stump, the features enriched in colours, the plumage in white with orange under it's crest, blue crossed swords mark, incised 1778, Pressnummer 52, late 19th century -- 36.5cm. high See illustration
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