A MEISSEN SUGAR BOX AND COVER CIRCA 1725

painted in the manner of Johann Gregorius Höroldt, with Chinoiserie scenes and indianische Blumen around the octagonal body between gilt borders, the cover with two Chinoiserie vignettes within geometric and flowerhead borders beneath a pagoda knop, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue, gilder's mark 96. Minor chip and wear to gilding.

Sold, Christie's, Paris, May 15, 2003, lot 367

Please note: the illustrations of the boxes and covers for lots 11 and 12 are transposed both in the printed and online catalogues. Lot 11, the sugar box with the two figures seated across a table, crossed swords mark and gilder's numeral 96: The edge of the cover has a very minor patch of misfired gilding, visible in the catalogue illustration, and a tiny spot of wear to the gilding on one corner of the cover. Otherwise, both 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.
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.