- 98
Staffordshire, England, 19th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Large Bear Holding a Dog Jug and Cover
- impressed J. MORRIS STOKE
- earthenware (pottery)
- height: 33cm., 13in.
- Made circa 1820-1840
Provenance
Sotheby's, New York, 21 October 1999, lot 57
Exhibited
“Circus Sport” English Earthenware Figures 1780-1840; JB Speed Art Museum, Louisville, Kentucky, 1990
Literature
“Circus Sport” English Earthenware Figures 1780-1840, exhibition catalogue, JB Speed Art Museum, Louisville, Kentucky, 1990, p.52, no. 43
Condition
Restoration to both forelegs of dog and to both paws of 'its hind legs'. Some flaking to its chest, to green, enamel and base. Some restoration to base. Some restoration to bear's paw and left foot. Restoration to both bear's ears, to its head, snout, teeth, mouth, and to the neck of cover. Some flanking to enamels. Some restoration to handle.
"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."