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'KETTLE HOLDERS' AND 'SATURDAY NIGHT': TWO CHARLES VYSE EARTHENWARE FIGURES DESIGNED 1924 AND DATED 1927
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- heights 8 5/8 in. and 10 in.
- 21.9 cm and 25.4 cm
the first modelled standing with her umbrella on a rectangular flagstone base, mounted on an ebonized wood base; and the second carrying bags of vegetables on a rectangular flagstone base, the second figure with blue painted CV monogram 1927 CHELSEA. mark. Minor chips.
Condition
The first figure has a minor small chip to the end of the bow-knotted ribbon at her neck and to a flower in her hat; also there is a 1/4-in. minor chip/abrasion, probably factory-related, to the bottom of her carrier bag and a minor tiny chip to the edge of her umbrella. The second has a minor chip to the end of one cauliflower leaf and to the leaves of the vegetable held in her right arm. Otherwise, both are in 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.
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.