Lot 26
  • 26

A SEVRES PINK AND GREEN-GROUND CUP CIRCA 1759-60

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • height 2 5/8 in.
  • 6.6 cm
with interlaced white and gold rustic handles, painted with cartouche-shaped reserve decorated with a female child with a flask in one hand and a cup in the other, enclosed within a pink and green scrolled borders, outlined with gilded rococo ornament, traces of interlaced L's in blue enamel.

Condition

Thre is a minor short firing crack to the inside of the handle of the cup near the terminal at the rim, not readily visible on the outer side. Otherwise, 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.