Lot 250
  • 250

Property from the Collection of the Duchesse de Berry, A Meissen tête-à-tête and a Meissen porcelain part solitaire

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
  • tray: 37cm & 46cm, 14 1/2 in & 18in long
each piece with osier-moulded rim and rose finial, the tête-à-tête painted with scattered flowers and pastoral scenes, comprising: two cups and two saucers, a coffee pot and cover, a sugar bowl and cover, a cream jug and a tray ; the part-solitaire painted with scattered flowers and hunting scenes, comprising: a cup and saucer, a teapot and cover, a sugar bowl and cover and a tray, underglaze blue crossed swords (minor chips)

Condition

some minor chips to rose finials.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."