A CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN AMERICAN MARKET ORANGE FITZHUGH OVAL SOUP TUREEN, COVER AND STAND CIRCA 1810-20

each piece painted on either side or in the center with a brown eagle emblazoned with a shield enclosing a bouquet of flowers, clasping in its talons a brown laurel branch or a cluster of grisaille arrows, bearing in its beak a rose banderole inscribed E PLURIBUS UNUM, and surrounded by characteristic clusters of flowers and precious objects.

Hirschl & Adler Galleries, New York, 2004

There is expected minor wear to the enamels. There is a restuck chip to the inner edge of one handle with a small associated enamel flake. Otherwise, in overall good condition.
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.