A SÈVRES YELLOW-GROUND SHELL-SHAPED DISH 1788

(compotier coquille) reserved in the center with a medallion painted with a spray of lilacs, the rim with a similar floral border, interlaced L's, date letters KK for 1788 and painter's mark for Cyprien-Julien Hirel de Choisy in puce, gilder's letters GI for Étienne-Gabriel Girard in gilding.

There are two 1/2-in. parallel scratches, one slightly deeper than the other, to the yellow ground on the right side of the central medallion and a minor 1/4-in. scratch mark to the ground on the opposite side. Apart from this and several additional minor small scratches, the dish is in generally 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.

A similar shell-shaped dish was sold at Sotheby Parke Bernet Inc., New York, December 1, 1977, lot 243, and a seau à liqueur ovale in the same pattern from the Collection of Frederick J. and Harriet H. Van Slyke sold in these rooms, September 26, 1989, lot 316.