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A RUSSIAN PORCELAIN PLATE FROM THE DOWRY SERVICE OF ALEXANDRA PAVLOVNA, IMPERIAL PORCELAIN MANUFACTORY, ST. PETERSBURG, PERIOD OF CATHERINE II (1762-1796), 1795-1796 |
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- diameter 9 5/8 in., 24.6 cm
the scalloped rim with pink rose wreath on gilt ground, the cavetto with a view of Civita di Bagnoregio, with blue underglaze Imperial cypher of Catherine II, gold star, the reverse titled 'La grande Tour, qui est dans de Civita,' with 5 incised in paste near foot
Condition
overall good condition; slight rubbing to surface throughout, with a tiny ship to the edge visible at the upper rim, the underside with wear to foot and apparent kiln flaws
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.
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.