Lot 433
  • 433

A Chelsea Asparagus tureen and cover, circa 1755

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
  • 19cm., 7½in. long
naturalistically  modelled as a bunch of green and mauve spears with puce tips, bound at each end with brown rafia, red anchor marks to both

Provenance

Acquired from The Antiques Porcelain Company Ltd, London, 1 June 1971

Condition

Some grittiness to the glaze in places, but overall in good condition.Minor wear to enamels.
"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."

Catalogue Note

Tureens of this form with their leaf-moulded stands are listed in the 1756 Chelsea sale catalogue, First Day's Sale, Monday 29th March, lot 15 : ‘Two fine bundles of asparagus and plates’