- 834
A pair of Meissen plates, circa 1740
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Porcelain
- 24cm., 9 1/2 in. diam.
each painted in purple monochrome with a Fabeltier, or fantasy animal in the manner of A.F. von Löwenfinck, surrounded by flower sprigs and scroll borders, the scalloped rims edged in gold, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue, impressed 22,
Condition
One plate has a minute chip to the rim.
Both have minor areas of stacking wear to the glaze around the wells.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Decoration of this type was used for the service of Gerlach Adolf von Münchhausen, gifted by Augustus III, King of Poland and Elector of Saxony in 1745. A ewer and cover from this service was sold in these rooms on 15th July 2004, lot 22, subsequently sold in the Marouf collection, Part I, Bonhams, 5th December 2012, lot 44.