A SET OF SEVENTEEN SÈVRES PORCELAIN PLATES CIRCA 1760

each colorfully painted with sprays and sprigs of flowers, the rim lightly molded with three sprigs of currants within foliate scrolls picked out in blue on the gilt edges, interlaced L's, all but three with date letter H for 1760, painters' marks in blue enamel, incised marks. Minor chips.  

The Estate of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, sold in these rooms, April 29-May 2, 1996, lot 291

All of the plates have some minor scratching to the glaze and enamels in the center, consistent with use. Ten plates are in otherwise generally good condition. One plate has some minor wear to its gilt rim. Another plate has a minor 1/8 inch flat chip to the upper rim edge, and some minor wear to its gilding. Three plates each have a 1/4-1/2 inch flat chip to the upper rim edge. One plate has a 1/4 inch and 1/8 inch flat chip to the upper rim edge. One plate has a less than 1/8 inch firing tear to the rim edge.
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.