Lot 407
  • 407

Children With a Cat Matchstriker, Gardner Manufactory, Verbilki, 1870-1890

Estimate
2,500 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
  • width 12cm, 4 5/8 in.
stamped red and incised factory marks, incised number 52

Literature

Oda k Radosti/Ode to Joy, p. 67, cat. no. 46

Condition

the hand of the child with brown hair with a small repair, a tiny chip to the tip of one of the cat's ears, some small rubbing to glaze, primarily to blond child's cheek, and small accretions to surface, primarily the green shirt of the blond child
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."