A FINE CHELSEA PORCELAIN 'HANS SLOANE' BOTANICAL PLATE CIRCA 1755

boldly painted with a large leafy spray of iron-red and yellow flowers and a dragonfly and smaller winged insect, both 'shadowed' in the manner of J. G. Klinger.

The Estate of Anita O'Keeffe Young, sold, Sotheby's, New York, October 10, 1985, lot 67
The Porcelain Collector, Venice, California

There is a minor approximate 4-in area of 'grittiness' and a little very minor related faint 'smokey' discoloration to the paste on the rim edge to the right of the flower spray; several very minor scratches to the enamel; a small spot of wear to one petal and the center of the flower in the cavetto; and two very minor factory-related 'smudges' to the enamel beneath the glaze across several of the leaves on the rim. Otherwise, in 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.