20th Feb, 2019 10:00

Spring Fine Art Auction

 
  Lot 51
 

A Minton parian figure of Temperance

A large and impressive Minton parian figure of Temperance after Filippo Della Valle
mid-19th century, modelled standing with ewer's and wearing classical robes, impressed marks to base,
50cm high (head re-stuck)

Sold for £80


Condition Report
The head has been broken off and re-stuck and there are two chips to the base. Hairline crack visible extending on the cloak behind one arm, and another to the base. This figure would also benefit from a clean as it is slightly grubby.

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