A pair of Minton majolica figural sweetmeat dishes 1863

each formed as an open shell with a handle formed by a male or female bust, applied beneath the breast with a lizard and on the edge of the shell with a snail, all raised on a circular pedestal base, impressed MINTON, year cypher and shape number 903.

Very minor chip to the top edge left female sweetmeat dish.
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.

An assembled pair of sweetmeats of this rare form was sold in these rooms, March 11, 1997, lot 168.