Lot 180
  • 180

Three Montelupo chargers, 17th century

Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Pottery
  • 31.7cm., 12 1/2 in.; 32cm., 12 5/8 in; and 32.2cm., 12 3/4 in. diam.
one painted with a gentleman on horseback holding a flag in his right hand, one with a gentleman standing holding a flag in his left hand, and another with a gentleman standing holding a flag in his right hand, each in a minimal landscape reserved against bright ochre-yellow sky,

Condition

The dish with a gentleman on horseback, broken into several pieces and repaired. The dish with a gentleman holding a flag in his left hand, some scattered chips and nibble chips to the underside edge of the rim, the largest of which measures approximately 2.3cm. wide. The dish with a gentleman holding a flag in his right hand, two chips to the underside of the rim, a glaze flake towards the edge of the rim. Some glaze flakes to the edge of the rim at 7 and 9 o'clock, otherwise typical scattered glaze chips.
"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.
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