Lot 446
  • 446

A fine PAIR OF GILT-BRONZE MOUNTED COBALT BLUE GROUND SEVRES STYLE PORCELAIN urns PARIS, CIRCA 1890

Estimate
18,000 - 22,000 USD
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Description

  • height 22 1/2 in.
  • 57 cm
the body painted with champĂȘtre scenes to the front and floral bouquets to the back, flanked by seated female terms joined by floral garlands.

Condition

overall in good condition. The bronze mounts have been cleaned but not re-gilt and are in good condition and presentation. The top of the vases is finished with a copper or gilt-metal plate, implying that the present lot could have formerly be the base of a pair of candelabra.
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.