- 69
a monumental Holland earthenware wall plate 1895 - 1905
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- painted factory mark, no. 827 and G
- diameter 52 cm
painted with a symmetrical pattern of stylised lotus flowers and dragon flies in shades of pink, yellow, green, blue and brown on a brown ground
Literature
Cf. Holland catalogue pp. 57, fig. 307 and 69, fig. 78 for the same models with different patterns featuring lotus flowers
Condition
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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
The lotus, featuring in numerous Holland patterns, was a popular theme in Dutch Art Nouveau with its focus on Eastern themes. In Eastern culture the lotus represents various meanings, amongst which the unity of the masculin and the feminin as well as the unity of mind and matter.