A pair of late 19th century Meissen magpies , blue crossed swords mark D 62a and 62b, after the models by J.J. Kändler, perched to left and right, their tails raised and squawking, 21cm wide 51.5cm high, together with a pair of USSR magpies, 25.5cm high (4)
Sold for £380
Estimated at £200 - £400
A pair of late 19th century Meissen magpies , blue crossed swords mark D 62a and 62b, after the models by J.J. Kändler, perched to left and right, their tails raised and squawking, 21cm wide 51.5cm high, together with a pair of USSR magpies, 25.5cm high (4)
One with extensive restoration the other with small restoration to the tip of lower wing and repair to beak.
Condition report photos uploaded to show cracks, chips and repairs.
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Auction: The Oxford Library Sale, 20th Sep, 2023
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