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Lot 82
  • 82

A pair of gilt-bronze mounted Meissen porcelain 'Mayflower' vases circa 1750-1755

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • bronze, porcelain
  • 24.5cm. high; 9½in.
each of baluster shape, applied with blue mayflowers enclosing panels painted in polychrome with figures after Watteau, underglazed blue-crossed swords mark

Condition

one with chip to neck restuck (4cm deep x 10cm wide), the other with large chips to neck restored, both with losses to flowers and twigs.
"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."