19THC MEISSEN 7 3/4" PORCELAIN FIGURINE WELL DRESSED MAN WITH MUG & SHOVEL

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Description: Antique 19th C. High Quality German Meissen porcelain very well dressed gardener figurine of man holding a mug alongside a watering pot on a stump and leaning on a shovel. Beautiful coloring and detail to this Meissen figure. The overall condition is v ery good except: a corner of the shovel is missing (approx: 1/8" x 1/8") and is not available . Some of the usual lacing is missing. A minor amount of paint is missing and the porcelain is showing through the left knuckle of the left hand (see photo #2 closeup) which is not that noticeable . The measurement is 7 3/4" tall. The base is 2 3/4" across. The widest part of the figure is 4". The figurine is marked on the bottom with the under glaze Meissen crossed sword mark with a single line through it. It has what appears to be the makers initials, 3 incised numbers and the red #39 mark . No other chips, cracks or repairs. Please see all closeups of photos for any important details. Really a beautiful and quality G erman figu rine to display! Thanks for viewing! Please examine all photographs for details on the condition of this item. What you see in the photos is what you will receive. I do not use stock photos. Don't miss more great deals so please see our other current or upcoming auctions and be sure to add us to your favorites list! This a great addition to any read more