A GROUP OF ENGLISH PORCELAIN BOTANICAL PLATES AND DISHES CIRCA 1815-25

each painted in the center with a named botanical specimen, comprising a pair of Derby plates, a Derby heart-shaped dish, a pair of Ridgway shell-shaped dishes, the Derby plates and dish with crowned crossed batons above script D marks in iron-red, botanical inscriptions and pattern numbers. Together with a pair of similarly decorated English porcelain plates. 7 pieces.

Minor flakes to the enmels of the Derby pair. Some minor enamel flakes and wear to the gilding of the English plates. The shell-shaped dishes in good condition. Large repaired break and haircrack the rim of the heart-shaped dish at one end.
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.
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