Lot 180
  • 180

Lucie Rie and Hans Coper

Estimate
200 - 300 GBP
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Description

  • Lucie Rie and Hans Coper
  • Teacup & Saucer
  • impressed with both potter's seals
  • porcelain with manganese and sgraffito decoration
  • height: 9cm.; 3½in.
  • Executed circa 1953.

Condition

All works are damaged. The cups: There is a fine hairline crack to one, and cracks and a chip to the rim of the other. The saucer (diameter 13cm.): There is a fine hairline crack, with two small chips to the rim. The two plates (18cm. diameter): There is a large chip to the extreme edge of one; the second in good condition. The milkjug: There is a crack running down the length of the jug. Please contact the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any further questions regarding the present work.
"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

A damaged and incomplete set also comprising of a matching teacup and two saucers, both by Rie and Coper, and a milkjug with Rie's stamp, all also damaged.