‘THE GALLANT GARDENERS UNDER THE APPLE TREE’ PORCELAIN GROUP, 19TH CENTURY MEISSEN, KNAUF PERIOD, CIRCA 1860–1890

group in polychrome enamelled porcelain with gilt highlights, on an oval rocaille base with triple scrolls. The scene depicts a gallant in court dress leaning against an apple tree laden with fruit, courting a seated young woman whose apron is decorated with applied flowers in relief. At their feet lies an openwork wicker basket filled with flowers. In the background, a young girl is picking fruit from the mound. Refined polychrome decoration with finely painted floral bouquets on the textiles. Moulded and decorated in period after the neoclassical model created in 1772 by the sculptor Michel Victor Acier (1736–1799). Marks: Meissen factory mark ‘crossed swords’ in underglaze blue, historical model number ‘G 1237’, and modeller’s marks ‘178 m’, incised in the soft paste; painter’s number ‘28’ in red enamel on the glaze. 27,5 x 12 cm Condition: overall good period condition, with fine freshness of the enamels and gilding, minor wear consistent with age to the tips of the applied foliage, minor accident on the gallant’s ponytail Upon the buyer’s request, we are pleased to provide a general condition report for the Lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise prospective buyers to conduct their own inspection or consult a specialist or restorer of their choice for a comprehensive professional assessment. Any condition descriptions provided in the catalogue or through any correspondence are for guidance only and should not be considered a substitute for a firsthand evaluation. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD ‘AS IS’ IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.