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Lot 612
  • 612

Four English porcelain leaf-shaped dishes circa 1765-70

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • length of largest 9 1/2 in.
  • 24.1 cm
comprising: a pair of Derby fig leaf-shaped dishes and two Worcester transfer-printed with butterflies.

Condition

Derby dishes: The puce leaf stem of one is chipped away; there is a 7mm chip to the corner of the twig handle; and an approximate 2mm chip to the rim edge. The other has an approximate 4mm rim chip. Larger Worcester dish: very minor small chip to the footrim and some speckling to the glaze. Smaller Worcester dish: some minor speckling but otherwise in 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.