Lot 192
  • 192

TWO BLUE AND WHITE 'SEED POD' JARS CIRCA 1640

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
each body of ovoid form rising from a short straight foot to a short straight neck, painted around the exterior with floral sprays

Condition

The first with a 45mm rim crack with minute 1mm associated loss to rim; 20mm chip to inner foot ring and approximately 90mm long firing crack to base. The second with a 37mm rim crack and associated 6mm crack; several short firing cracks to base. Light surface wear and firing imperfections to both.
"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."