- 874
A French majolica wishing well last quarter 19th century
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- PORCELAIN
- height 23 1/2 in.
- 59.7 cm
probably by Delphin Massier, modelled as a circular well flanked by a brick wall and a tree stump, applied with perched birds and frogs, on a mound base.
Condition
Chip to end of kingfisher's beak. Jug handles chipped away. Small chips and glaze chips around lower edge of grassy base. Long tailed bird beak tip chipped. Protruding upper arched section of arch with some restoration. Small chips to top edge of well.
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.
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.