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Two similar Wood family pearlware toby jugs, circa 1785-95
Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description
- pearlware
- each 30cm., 11 3/4 in. high
each seated on a chest holding a jug and a beaker, wearing blue jackets and striped blue breeches ,some restoration
Condition
The toby jug in the left of the illustration:
There are two chips to the rim of the figures hat. A chip to the base under his left foot has broken off and been re-stuck with an associated hairline crack running under the base.
The toby jug in the right of the illustration:
The figure's right arm has been replaced, with an area of over-painting which extends just beneath the shoulder. Approximately half of the figure's hat has been overpainted and it is difficult to determine the true extent of the damage underneath.
"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."
"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."