A rare Meissen 'Cries of London' figure, circa 1755
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A rare Meissen 'Cries of London' figure, circa 1755
Modelled holding a book and basket with two bundles, wearing a straw hat, puce-lined yellow tunic, white apron and puce skirt, the base modelled with gilt-edged scrollwork and applied with leaves and flowers, 12cm high, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue to rear of base
Sold for £6,875 inc. premium

Category: Decorative Arts / European Ceramics

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