Dame Lucie Rie

There is a small instance of old restoration to the outside rim of the bowl, possibly in line with a minor hairline, visible upon very close inspection and under ultraviolet light, with a resulting lower 'ring' to the bowl. There are one or two tiny instances of minor glaze imperfections to the rim, only visibly upon extremely close inspection, but these excepting the work appears in good overall condition. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any 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."

‘It is not easy to describe her simplicity of approach and the delicacy of her work … Her skills are so profound that her work appears simpler and simpler, while in fact becoming more and more complex.’

(Janet Leach, quoted in Lucie Rie, A Survey of her Life and Work, Crafts Council, London, 1981)