Lot 100
  • 100

'THE PICADILLY ROSE WOMAN', 'CHRYSANTHEMUMS' AND 'THE TULIP WOMAN': THREE CHARLES VYSE EARTHENWARE FIGURES DATED 1922 AND 1928, DESIGNED 1922

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • heights 8 1/4 in., 10 3/4 in. and 9 3/4 in.
  • 21 cm, 27.3 cm and 24.6 cm
the first modelled seated beside a large basket of flowers; the second with a basket of flowers over her arm; and the third as a mother carrying her child and a basket of flowers, mounted on an ebonized wood base, the first with blue painted CV monogram 1922 CHELSEA. mark, the second incised C. VYSE 1928 CHELSEA. Some restoration and minor chips.

Condition

Rose Woman: Restored crack to the base where the bushel joins the base; small chip to back corner of the base; minor chips to roses and leaves overall. Tulip Woman: Some very minor small chips to tulip petals overall; otherwise good condition. Chrysanthemum Lady: Very minor small chips to flowers overall; otherwise good condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.