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A VINCENNES GREEN-GROUND CUP AND SAUCER CIRCA 1754
Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- diameter of saucer 5 1/8 in.
- 13 cm
(gobelet 'Hébert' et soucoupe) each reserved with a gilt foliate-edged panel painted with two birds perched on a branch or in a landscape, various incised marks.
Provenance
The Collection of R Copeland C. Spencer, Esq., sold, Sotheby's, London, July, 13, 1976, lot 26
Winifred William Antiques, London
The Collection Sir John Plumb, F. B. A.
The Collection of Robert S. Pirie, sold, Christie's, New York, May 15, 1999, lot 38
Condition
The cup has a very small chip just below the rim in the interior. Both have some occasional very minor rubbing to the gilt edges.
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.