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A Vauxhall teapot and cover, circa 1758-64
Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description
- POCELAIN
- 11.5cm., 4 1/2 in. high
of compressed globular form, affixed with a double scroll moulded handle, painted in Chinese Imari style in iron-red, yellow, underglaze-blue and gilding with an oriental figure crossing a bridge beneath a diaper patterned border, riveted repair, minor chips to spout.
Provenance
The Bernard M. Watney Collection, Phillips, London, 1st November 2000, lot 1148
Literature
Bernard Watney, 'Four Groups of Porcelain Possibly Liverpool', E.C.C. Transactions, vol. 5, part 1, pl. 32f
Condition
Riveted repairs to lower part of body. Small chip to tip of spout. Some crazing to the glaze.
"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."