A SET OF TWELVE BERLIN ZOOLOGICAL PLATES CIRCA 1840

printed eagle and KPM mark in red, sceptre marks in underglaze-blue and crowned K P.v.P. mark in blue, various impressed numerals.

All in generally good condition, except: Some with occasional very minor stacking wear to the peach-ground cavetto area. One plate has a ground-down and regilt rim chip affecting 1-1/2 inches of the rim edge.
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.

A similarly decorated plate painted in the center with deer was sold at Sotheby's Parke Bernet, New York, October 11, 1966, lot 157.