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A Brussels faÏence asparagus box and cover 18th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- pottery
- length 6 1/4 in.
- 15.9 cm
Condition
Some typical minor small chips/glaze chips overall.
Cover: an approximate 1-in. chip and area of loss to the glaze of the twine forming the knop; a 1/2-in. and two 1/4-in. chips to the edge on one side (and visible in the catalogue illustration); another moor 1/2-in. chip to the edge on the other side.
Tureen: Some areas of restoration around the rim/flange.
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 similar asparagus box and cover is illustrated by Georges Dansaert, Les anciennes faiences de Bruxelles, pl. XXXIX, and a pair of boxes was sold at Sotheby Parke Bernet, Inc., February 27, 1975, lot 166.