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A Dutch Delft decorative 'hering' dish 18th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- J-S and flower mark in underglaze blue
- length 28cm.
moulded and blue and white painted in the form of a larger fish with a smaller one in his belly, standing on three vestigial feet, triple pierced for hanging
Condition
Overall in good condition. Some usual smaller rim chips, scratches and glazewear, some imperfections to the glaze due to manufacturing process. The three feet with typical glaze abrasions due to standing.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Fish is not only a typical Dutch food but also the traditional Catholic lenten dish. The motif of "big fish eating little fish", well-known from prints by Pieter Breughel the Elder (ca. 1525-1569) ("De grote vissen eten de kleine"), depicts a Dutch proverb meaning that the rich often "swallow" the poor.