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Lot 602
  • 602

Two English Delftware blue and white two-handled campana vases mid-18th century

Estimate
2,500 - 3,500 USD
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Description

  • earthenware
  • height of tallest 10 1/4 in.
  • 26 cm
probably Bristol, one painted with Oriental figures, the other with Europeans walking amongst classical ruins. 

Condition

The one on the left in catalogue illustration: There are some chips and glaze chip along and near the rim edge, some of which have been restored. There are three approximate 3-inch restored sections at the rim, possibly covering a chip or a break. Both handles have some chipping or glaze chips; both handles have restoration to the tips of their higher and lower curving ends. There are three restored areas along the footrim edge, each approximately measuring 1 inch. There is also restoration to the stem of the vase, possibly covering flakings of the glaze. The one on the right in catalogue illustration: There is some chipping to the glaze along the rim edge and the outer rim edge, including the large 2-inch glaze chip visible in the catalogue illustration. There is an approximate 4-by-1-inch restored area at the rim edge. There is some chipping to the glaze on both handles. There is an approximate 6-inch long area on the lower portion of the vase above the stem, where it has been repainted, possibly covering glaze chip/s.
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.