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A Meissen figure of a wild boar
Estimate
2.500 - 3.000
Session 1
26 October 2026
Description
Polychrome German Meissen porcelain
Modelled seated, with the head turned and the mouth open, with light brown coat
Oval base with applied leaves
Crossed swords mark in underglaze blue
Germany, circa 1750
(small restorations and chips)
5,5x6,5x5 cm
Additional Information
Provenance:
Collection of Sir Gawaine and Lady Baillie
Sotheby's London, 17 June 1986, lot 131
Exhibitions:
London, Asprey, no. 21
Literature:
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