Lot 122
  • 122

A pair of Chinese Export Armorial Plates Circa 1724

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • Porcelain
with the arms of Frederick with Marescoe in pretence and impaling Marescoe.

Literature

Gordon, 1977, p. 28, pl. 4

Condition

One has three pieces broken from the rim and restuck along a five inch long section. Restored on the underside. There is a shallow 1/8 inch chip to the underside of the rim and some minor fritting. The other has a less than 1/8 inch chip to the underside of the rim. Both have slight rubbing to the gilding
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

Howard, 1974, Vol. I, p. 202, no. D2 illustrates a plate from this service.