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A Derby dessert service circa 1800
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- painted mark and numeral 6
painted in carmine with scattered flower sprays and sprigs, comprising;
a pair of ice pails and covers,
a pair of sauce tureens, covers and stands,
four lozenge-shaped fluted dishes,
twelve dessert plates
a pair of ice pails and covers,
a pair of sauce tureens, covers and stands,
four lozenge-shaped fluted dishes,
twelve dessert plates
Condition
Ice Pails; one has a crack to the rim, approx.4½in. The other has a crack running around each handle, each approx.8in. length. It has three other cracks, the largest approx.4½in.
Covers: the handle of one cover has been repaired and has a chip to one of its moulded petals, approx.½in by ½in. There are two faint haircracks to the rim, each approx. 1in. Some staining to the rim and specking to the glaze. The other cover has a large crack running across the top approx. 10in. and another crack approx. 4½in. Chip to the inner rim, approx. ½in. by ¼in. Some staining and specking to the glaze.
Sauce tureens; one has a section of one handle lacking, approx. 2in. The other has a small haircrack to rim, approx. 1in.
Covers; on has been broken in two lengthwise and repaired. The other in good condition.
Stands; one has a shallow chip to the rim, approx. ¼in. length. The other in good condition. Both with some typical wear.
Dishes; one has a break to one end, the piece lacking approx. 1½in. by 1in. Some staining to the rim and some specking to the glaze. One has a 4in. haircrack to the rim and a starcrack to teh centre, only visible on the underside. The other two in overall good condition with some wear and scratches.
Plates; all with knife cuts. Two have a small chip to the rim. One of these also has two haircracks , each approx. ½in.
"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."