18th-century Meissen Porcelain Figural Group The Betrothal J J Kändler, C.1745

An 18th-century Meissen porcelain figural group “The Betrothal”, modelled by Johann Joachim Kändler, c.1745.

Maker’s Marks: None. Early pieces, such as this, often have unglazed bases from which the marks have been rubbed away over time.

Measurements (approx):
Height: 18 cm (7.1 in)
Width: 17 cm (6.7 in)
Depth: 13 cm (5.1 in)

Condition: Good for age and type. Loss to the top of the torch held by the putto on the right and to some leaf-ends and petals (see images). No other issues found. No restoration found under inspection with ultraviolet light.

Refs:
The Met Museum. Object Number: 64.101.54.
Rainer Rückert, Meissener Porzellan, Munich, 1966, p.170, no. 883.
Melitta Kunze-Köllensperger, Collection Franz E. Burda, Meissen, Augsburg, 1997, p. 91, fig.9.

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