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Lot 14
  • 14

A Brislington delftware inscribed and dated blue and white octagonal plate, 1685

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • Delftware
  • 21.5cm., 8 1/4 in. diameter.
the centre inscribed MB / 1685 within a flourish to each side, the border painted with leaves

Provenance

With Louis Gautier,with his paper label.

Literature

L.Lipski and M.Archer, Dated English Delftware (1984), p.53, no.159.

Condition

In generally good condition. There is some typical minor glaze loss at the corners of the plate. To the underside at one corner there is a triangular shaped section of glaze loss whcih measures 0.8 x 0.4cm wide.
"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."