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A Lille faïence Chinoiserie inkwell circa 1750
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
- height 10 1/2 in.
- 26.7 cm
modelled as a Chinaman seated before a palm tree on four bales with various inscriptions, the bales with apertures for quills.
Condition
There is a very small restored chip to the tip of his hat and a further minuscule glaze flake. There are some minor abrasions to the brim of his hat. The tip of his nose is restored. The is a tiny chip to the edge of each end of his mustache. Both of his hands have been broken off and restored back; one of his hands is restored with a made-up replacement. The restoration is slightly old. Both bales to the figure's right, each has restoration to two corners. The bales to his left, each with restoration to one corner. Two bales have some minor abrasions to the edges. The bottom one (inscribed 'No # 3. BM') has some restoration to where his cloak meets the bale. The densely-pierced container is in generally good condition apart from some chipping along the edges and a small restored rim chip. The other two containers are extensively restored and are possibly later replacements.
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.
Catalogue Note
A similar example is illustrated in Faïences Françaises, the exhibition catalogue of Galeries Nationales du Grand Palais, Paris, June 6-August 25, 1980, no. 46, p. 69. Another similar inkwell was sold at Sotheby Parke Bernet, October 2, 1981, lot 55, and later at Christie's New York, January 30, 1988, lot 14.