A FINE PAIR OF MEISSEN PATE-SUR-PATE BLUE-GROUND VASES AND COVERS CIRCA 1900

each finely decorated in white slip on the front and reverse with classical figures allegorical of the Arts and Music within a gilt-edged oval panel on a deep cobalt blue-ground further decorated with an elaborate pattern of scrollwork, diaperwork and floral meanders, affixed on either side with a gilt-heightened scroll and lion's mask handle, the covers with gilt floral bud knops, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue, impressed numeral 8 and incised K 111.

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.
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A vase of the same form with similar decoration is illustrated as shape K 111 in a Meissen stock book, circa 1900, reproduced by Bernard Bumpus, Pâte-Sur-Pâte, The Art of Ceramic Relief Decoration, 1849-1992, p. 182, fig. 136.