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A large Meissen dish, circa 1735
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
- 34.7cm., 13 3/4 in. diam.
the rim with four vignettes of chinoiserie figures, each resting on a gilt and Böttger lustre pedestal linked by a gilt foliate scrollwork band, reserving vignettes of flowering plants and a phoenix and two birds in flight at the center, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue, impressed numeral 3 to inside of footrim,
Provenance
Acquired by the Grandfather of the present owner in the 1920's;
Thence by Family descent
Thence by Family descent
Condition
An area of the rim has been cleanly broken and re-stuck. The area consists of three pieces with minor filling along the break line. There are two small flat chips to the top side of the rim which have been repaired.
"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."
"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."