Lot 574
  • 574

A porcelain dinner plate from the Orlov Service, Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, period of Catherine II (1763-1770)

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
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Description

  • Porcelain
  • diameter: 22.8cm, 8 7/8 in.
shaped circular, the cavetto decorated with interlaced and crowned gilt Cyrillic monogram GGO, within laurel and palm branches tied beneath, the raised border with moulded and ciselé gilt inner band with blue pellets and with ciselé silver landscape frieze, with impressed symbols, Imperial eagle and 'No 1'

Condition

There are minor shallow chips to the rim. Otherwise in good overall condition consistent with age.
"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."