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A Chelsea cabbage leaf-molded bowl circa 1755
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- diameter 6 1/4 in.
- 15.9 cm
painted in the center of the interior with flower sprigs, anchor mark in puce.
Condition
Some minor wear to the enamels and grittiness to the glaze of the interior. Otherwise in 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
A bowl of this type is mentioned in the 1755 Chelsea sale Catalogue, Third Day's Sale, Wednesday, March 12, lot 6: "Four small cabbage leaves and a large cabbage leaf and bason;" see the facsimile reproduction of this catalogue in the Appendix of Chelsea Porcelain at Williamsburg by John C. Austin. Two similarly modelled bowls, Property from the Collection of Dr. Sidney and Susan Merians, were sold in these rooms, October 22, 2010, lots 14 and 15.