Lot 451
  • 451

A GROUP OF FOUR ENGLISH PEARLWARE BOTANICAL DISHES CIRCA 1810

Estimate
600 - 800 USD
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Description

  • pottery
  • width of shell-shaped dish 9 in.
  • 22.9 cm
each painted with a named specimen within a molded floral border, comprising two shell-shaped dishes and two square dishes, botanical inscriptions in iron-red. Together with a pair of English pearlware plates, each painted with flower sprays within a blue feathered border.  6 pieces.

Condition

Generally good condition apart from some minor enamel small enamel flakes.
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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Catalogue Note

Please see pages 369, 400, and 401 for additional illustrations of this lot.