Lot 173
  • 173

A French faïence trompe-l'oeil shaped oval dish of cherries mid 18th century

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • pottery
  • width 12 in.
  • 30.5 cm
probably Strasbourg, arranged with a pile of fruit resting amidst green leaves.

Condition

There are several restored areas at the rim edge, covering chips as well as occasional minor chips, losses or restored chips to the edges of the leaves and stems of the cherries. Four cherries on the bottom tier and two cherries at the very top have restoration; there are some very minor and very occasional touch-up to cherries.
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 by Dorothée Guillemé Brulon, Strasbourg - Niderviller, Sources et rayonnement, p. 10.