'THE MORNING RIDE', SEA-HORSE' AND 'THUMBELINA': THREE CHARLES VYSE EARTHENWARE FIGURE GROUPS DATED 1926, DESIGNED 1931 AND 1936

the first modelled as a young satyr seated atop a snail on a leaf-molded base; the second as a maiden seated along the back of a sea horse on a stylised wave base; and the third as a child seated astride toad on a mushroom-molded base, the first with blue painted CV monogram 1926 mark CHELSEA, the second incised C. VYSE CHELSEA and the third incised CHARLES VYSE CHELSEA. Minor chip.

Sea-horse has a minor , flat 1/4-in. chip to the top of the maiden's second and third toes. Otherwise all in generally 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.