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A Continental faïence condiment stand second half 18th Century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- pottery
- width 5 in.
- 12.7 cm
possibly French, modelled as a small box and cover and two larger boxes and covers in the form of lemons placed on a on a leaf-shaped dish, affixed with a looped stem handle.
Provenance
Collection of the late Count and Countess Guy du Boisrouvray, Sotheby's New York, October 28, 1989, lot 298
Condition
The yellow and brown enamels are misfired slightly giving it a flaky appearance. There are several small chips or losses to the edges of the leaves, some of which have been glued or restored back. The covers: all finials have been broken off and restored back. All covers have several minor abrasions to glaze or small chips to the flange or rim edge, some of which are restored. The dish and the lemon boxes are in generally good condition.
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.