A Vienna oval monteith circa 1770

painted with sprigs of flowers above the gadroon-molded lower body, shield mark in underglaze-blue.

One of the crenellations at the rim edge has been broken off and restored back with a made-up piece; the restoration is old. There is an approximate 1/2-inch firing crack running down the rim. There is an approximate 1-inch chip at the edge of one handle, which has been restored with made-up pieces; the restoration is old and is peeling off. There is another tiny chip to the edge of the same handle. There is a tiny chip to the rim edge and some further very minor wear and abrasions to the rim edge.
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.