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A Minton majolica nautilus shell centerpiece 1862
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- height 20 7/8 in.
- 53 cm
the 'malachite' -marbled shell-form bowl applied in relief with figures of water nymphs and tritons and supported on the backs of two tritons on an oval 'malachite' -marbled base, impressed MINTON and year cypher. Hair crack, minor stress cracks and chip to relief decoration.
Provenance
Sold, Phillips, London, December 2, 1993, lot 217
Condition
Chip to the knee of one water nymph (can be seen in catalogue illustration). Firing related stress cracks conflicting body types.
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.