Lot 290

Four Continental Porcelain Figures

Estimate: $300 - $500

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
19th century, Meissen, white glazed, allegorical figure of America atop an alligator, holding cornucopia and parrot, 5-1/4 in.; Three Ludwigsburg Commedia Del'Arte figures, tallest 7-1/2 in., with caseÿAcrylic case approximately 9-1/2 x 12 x 6 in.ÿ; Provenance: Provenance: The Estate of William N. Banks, Jr., Newnan, Georgia

Condition

"America" allegory with multiple losses including alligator tail, palm tree (at back), top half of cornucopia, repair to hand holding parrot, blue crossed swords mark at bottom faint, some glue residue present throughout; three Commedia Del'Arte figures with losses at periphery to elements including hat and sword, fingers, typical scattered marks and abrasions, general wear to caseÿ
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