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A SEVRES TWO-HANDLED CUP AND SAUCER CIRCA 1794
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
- diameter of saucer 6 13/16 in.
- 17.3 cm
(tasse à 'l'étrusque' et soucoupe) each piece painted with gilt-edged floral panels interrupting a border of flower sprays and suspended bowknotted garlands on a gilt trellis or seeded ground all between narrow faux 'pearl' borders, the saucer painted in the center with a gilt-edged panel of a fruit arrangement, interlaced L's and painter's mark for Jacques-François-Louis de Laroche in blue, gilder's mark for Henri-Martin Prévost in gold, incised numerals.
Condition
The saucer has two approximate 1/4-inch hairline cracks visible below the rim. Otherwise generally 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.
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.