Dame Lucie Rie (1902 - 1995)

stoneware, the mottled pale turquoise ground within a broad bronze coloured band with 'dribbled' brown decoration

This and the following four lots were purchased by the current vendor at the Kunstkammer Köster, Möchengladbach in the 1970s.  

A large and unusually coloured example. There is a bubble visible within the body on the interior bronze rim. This is approx .5cm. in diameter. Condition is generally good. The ground is of a very pale turquoise tone which is not obvious from the catalogue illustration.
"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."

A photograph of part of the exhibition at the Kunstkammer Köster in Möchengladbach in 1978 is reproduced, Tony Birks, Lucie Rie, London, 1987, p.74.