THREE VIENNA-STYLE PLATES LATE 19TH CENTURY

each reserved in the center with a titled scene within an elaborately patterned border on the rim, with a carved giltwood frame, all with Dresden marks in blue and inscribed titles, two with pseudo shield marks in underglaze-blue. 

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.

The plate reserved with a scene from Wagner's opera, Lohengrin is painted by A. Lamon, signed. The painting is after August von Heckel and is titled 'Lohengrins Ankünft/ Theodore Piseis' on the reverse. The other plate depicting a scene from a different Wagner's opera, Mastersingers of Nürnberg, is also painted by A. Lamon, signed, and is titled 'Meistersinger von Nürnberg/ Th. Piseis' on the reverse along with a short excerpt from the first act of the opera. The third plate painted by Vorberger, signed, with a pope pouring punch to his glass is titled 'Für Durstige Brüder' on the reverse.