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A MEISSEN BUTTER TUB AND COVER CIRCA 1755-60
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- Porcelain
- width 4 1/4 in.
- 10.8 cm
painted with scattered floral sprays and sprigs, the border molded with alt-ozier pattern, the cover affixed with a strawberry sprig knop, traces of crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue.
Provenance
P. Rosenfeld
Collection of Catalina von Pannwitz, Berlin and Heemstede, acquired from the above in 1916
Condition
The cover has two sections at the rim broken off and reglued, one measuring approximately 1/2 inch, and the other, 1 inch. There are further two very tiny rimchips. 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.