- 444
A Chelsea small melon tureen and cover circa 1755
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- length 3 1/2 in.
- 8.9 cm
a puce-colored snail forming the knop of the cover.
Condition
The cover is somewhat ill-fitting; however, the palette of the enamel decoration and the pattern of the veining do match on both the cover and base. Generally good condition.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
Tureens similar to the present example are illustrated by F. Severne Mackenna, Chelsea Porcelain, The Red Anchor Wares, pl. 31, fig. 63; Reginald Blunt, The Cheyne Book of Chelsea China and Pottery, pl. 15, no. 313; and Elizabeth Adams, Chelsea Porcelain, p. 102, fig. 88. A pair of small melon tureens of this type, from the Collection of Mrs. Edward F. Hutton, was sold at Sotheby Parke Bernet, Inc., June 7, 1972, lot 354.