Sold at Austin Auction Gallery
Meissen Porcelain Soldier Spirit Barrel On Stand
- Price realized
- $1,524
- Pre-sale estimate
- $1,000 – $3,000
- Hammer price
- $1,200
- Category
- Dolls, Dollhouses & Figurines
- Sold
- June 9, 2024
- Sale
- DAY 4 - June 2024 Fine Antiques & Estates 4-Day Auction Event
Lot description
Meissen parcel gilt porcelain figural spirit barrel on stand, depicting drunken male figure in military uniform holding wine glass and bottle, on striped barrel with painted wood grain, resting on a separte tripartite stand with three seated putti holding various feast-related items, ending on scrolled feet, blue underglaze crossed swords mark, incised 355, stamped 121 and numbered 44 in blue paint underfoot, UV examination revealing professional and glue restorations to main figure's upper left leg and hand, hands and feet of each putto, right arm of one putto, two putti lacking elements in hands, overall: 16.5"h, 9.5"w, 11"d, 10.5lbs total
This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.