- 421
Amphora
Estimate
3,500 - 5,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- `The Winter Queen': a vase
- impressed, `AMPHORA', 02030,28', indistinct printed iron-red mark
- 23cm.;
- 9in.
porcelain, finely painted with a portrait of a young woman wearing a jewelled crown above a band of flowers with jewelled centres
Literature
For illustrations of this design and a discussion of its origins see, Byron Vreeland, Monsters and Maidens, Amphora Pottery of the Art Nouveau Era, Los Angeles, 2003, pp. 64 - 66.
Condition
A good example of this design in overall good condition. The gilding is of a good tone and bears some very slight signs of wear around the rim. The colours overall are strong and the jewelling is in good order. There is a small flaw within the paste on the back of the vase, approx. 2cm. below the rim. This is a maximum of 0.5cm. wide. There are some typical signs of wear to the underside of the foot.
"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."
"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."