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A RARE PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT 'ROSE FITZHUGH' BERRY DISHES early 19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- diameter 6 1/4 in.
- 15.9 cm
painted in pink within a gilt-edged rim. One with a chip under the rim.
Condition
One has a flat 1/2-inch chip mostly to the underside of the rim. The other has a pinhead 'nibble' to the rim edge. Both have some minor stacking wear to the enamels around the cavetto.
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.
Catalogue Note
An almost identical berry dish was in the Collection of Mrs. J. W. Griffith, Dallas, sold in these rooms, October 15, 1993, lot 97.