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Lot 54

A PAIR OF DERBY PORCELAIN FIGURES OF THE ITALIAN FARMER AND HIS WIFE

circa 1770, he is depicted holding a rooster, she a pheasant, both in colourful 18th century attire, with floral bocage to the backs, both 24cm high (2)

From a private Dorset collection.

Condition Report: click here
Estimate: £150 - £250
Hammer price: £260
Bidding ended. Lot has been sold.

The 'wife' appears largely OK. Chips and losses apparent to the bocage. The sconce is obviously missing to both. There is signs of wear and over painting to her hat brim. There is a crack apparent to the base of the tree. Repairs to the scrolling elements of the base. The farmer has chips and losses to the bocage. there has been restoration to his hat and the feathers. His left hand and stick appear restored. His right foot may also be restored. Wear to the foot rim of the base. The chickens wing may also be restored. 

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