A DERBY GROUP EMBLEMATIC OF WATER
Circa 1775
Modelled as two putti before a tree, one standing with a wicker basket, the other kneeling beside a creil containing two fish, incised N48, 25.5cm high; also a Derby figure of an Italian farmer, circa 1760, 23cm high (2). Provenance: The farmer with Andrew Dando Antiques
Bidding ended. Lot is unsold.
Water- some restoration, including; the wicker pannier, the fish in the kneeling putto's right hand, the same putto's left wing, the tree. Some losses to the branches and leaves
Italian farmer- restoration to the cockerel's head. MInor repair to top of his stick. Minor chips to hat. Some typical losses to leaves and flowers
