Lot 651
  • 651

An Arnhem faience tureen and cover, circa 1760-1770

Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
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Description

  • POTTERY
  • 35.5cm., 14 in. wide
of moulded oval form with two scroll handles, the domed cover surmounted with a large artichoke finial issuing four leaves, painted with scattered flower sprays with rims edged in puce, some damage, 

Provenance

The Stodel Collection (paper label to base)

Condition

there is a re-stuck chip to one of the leaves on the finial. There are three hairline cracks to the body of the tureen.
"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.
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Catalogue Note

An example of this form painted in monochrome manganese with flowers and Chinese figures from the collection of Queen Juliana of the Netherlands, was sold at Sotheby's Amsterdam, on 14 March 2011, lot 577