Lot 214
  • 214

A Chinese Export Armorial Plate for Dutch Market Circa 1735-1765

Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
the plate painted with the arms of De Junge, together with a cream jug with the arms of Younge for the English market

Condition

The jug: The handle has been broken off and glued back on. The cover is lacking. Otherwise in good condition. The plate: There is a 1/4 inch chip to the edge of the rim and two or three smaller less than 1/8 chips to the edge of the rim. Slight wear to the enamel of the arms.
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

Kroes, 2007, p. 198, cat. no. 113a illustrates a plate from the De Jonge service. Kroes notes that the service was made for Cornelis de Jonge, who was the senior merchant and first administrator of Bengal.
Howard, 1974, Vol. I, p. 589, no. R4 illustrates a plate from the Younge service.