Lot 52
  • 52

A Dutch Delft blue and white garniture of five vases and covers circa 1723-43

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • height overall of beaker vase 16 3/4 in.
  • 42.5 cm
each of octagonal section and painted with a peony beneath a willow tree amongst flowering sprays within a scroll-molded cartouche, comprising: three baluster-shaped vases and two beaker vases and covers; LPKan mark for 'De Lampetkan' factory in underglaze-blue script.

Condition

All covers are restored and completely oversprayed. Both beaker vases have some restoration around the foot and to the rim probably covering chips or cracks. All three baluster vases are restored around the foot and two of the vases have some further restoration to the rim, possibly covering chips or cracks. The chargers with some very minor chipping in places and typical glaze chips and abrasions to the rim.
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.