A GROUP OF FOUR ENGLISH BLUE AND WHITE CERAMIC OBJECTS 18TH, 19TH AND 20TH CENTURY

comprising an English pearlware hexagonal teapot and cover, a pair of Worcester porcelain leaf-shaped pickle dishes and a Staffordshire pearlware small mug inscribed A FRIENDS GIFT. Together with a Japanese porcelain hexagonal pierced jar. 5 pieces.

Teapot: The spout is restored and there is a small chip to the tip of the spout. Both hands of the putto-formed finial are restored. Leaf-shaped pickle dishes: One has a 2 inch by 1 inch section broken off and glued back. The other has been broken into multiple pieces and glued back with some further small chips to the rim edge. Small mug: Very minor chipping to the rim. Japanese pierced jar: One of the pierced sections on one side has been partially broken at one corner, measuring approximately 3/4 inch by 1-1/2 inch.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.