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A pair of Nymphenburg krater vases circa 1830
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- one with impressed shield mark and I and IV, inscised N20, the other inscised 5
- 25.5cm., 10in.
designed by Friedrich Gärtner, painted with Bavarian genre scenes, one with a wedding party, the other with an inn scene
Literature
Katharina Hantschmann, Nymphenburger Porzellan 1797 bis 1847, Nr.251, p.382 (one illustrated)
Condition
Probably originally would have had covers.
One vase has four shallow chips to the underside of rim, the largest approx. ¾in. by ¼in. The other vase with approx. ten small chips and nicks around the outside of the rim. This vase also has three shallow chips to the top of the socle where it joins the body. Both with some overall typical wear to gilding.
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"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."