A pair of Longton Hall grape boxes and covers circa 1755

each naturalistically modelled resting on its side enclosed by puce-veined vine leaves edged in green.

The Property of a Lady, Sotheby's London, June 2, 1959, lot 38
D. M. & P. Manheim Antiques, New York

One cover has been broken in two pieces and restored back, with a related restored chip to the edge of one leaf that has now been re-chipped; the base is is generally good condition. The other cover has also been broken in two and restored back; there is a 2-in. made-up area of to the flange. The leaf end of the base has two curving sections, each measuring approximately 2 x 2 in., that have been broken out (one, in two pieces) and neatly restored back, one of which issues a 1-in. fine haircrack; there is a 1-in vertical haircrack to the rim near the stalk; and a 1/2-3/4-in made-up restoration to a rim chip on the side of the base related to one of the larger breaks.
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.