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A RARE CHINESE EXPORT BLUE ENAMEL AND GILT 'FITZHUGH' PATTERN SAUCER DISH EARLY 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
Literature
Gordon, 1977, col. pl. IX
Condition
There is a 2 1/2 inch crack running from the rim to the foot; two 1 1/4 inch crack running from the rim and a 3/4 inch crack from the rim. There is a small 1/4 inch shallow chip to the underside of the dish caused by a firing fault. The blue enamel has a slightly matte appearance. The gilding is very slightly rubbed. There is a very minor shallow 1/4 inch rim frit.
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.