"Eighteenth Meissen Mythological Group"
Mythological group in Meissen porcelain dating from the middle of the 18th century, circa 1750, mark in blue with two crossed swords, unglazed base. Representation of Bacchus holding a cup, seated on a barrel, a young faun at his feet filling a gourd, Rocaille triangular base. This group was certainly part of a larger centerpiece consisting of 3 parts. Height: 27.5 cm Width of the base approximately 17 cm. Good general condition. Note: small restorations of the faun's fingers and a few finger tips. A micro chip (2 mm) at the base, a crack or hair at the cut (see photos). A similar group was sold at Christies on December 19, 2007.