Lot 244 , A Meissen group of apple pickers, late 19th century, 27cm, losses and restorations

A Meissen group of apple pickers, late 19th century, with figures around an apple tree, on a naturalistic base, underglaze crossed swords marks and incised model no. 1955, 27cm, losses and restorations
Estimate £100-150

Many losses to the branches of the apple tree, restoration to one branch in the left hand of the boy at the top of the tree, restoration to the left foot of the boy holding the hat of apples, re-glued leg and restoration to the foot of the boy seated on the edge of the base, a loss to one handle on the basket of apples and one side of the tree stump.


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Sold for £320