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A PAIR OF STAFFORDSHIRE PEARLWARE GROUPS OF DANCING MAIDENS Circa 1820
Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description
- pottery
- height 9 in.
- 22.9 cm
each maiden modeled holding floral garlands before a tree.
Condition
Both with typical minor chips and losses. The group with the maidens holding garlands over their heads: the entire bocage has been broken at the base and restored back with some associated restored damage to the garlands; 1/3 of the garland on the right is broken away, the back half of the base is oversprayed, probably concealing further asociated damage. The other group: the bocage has been broken throught he trunk and restored back; the hands and garlands are restored.
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.