A Brussels faïence large rabbit game pie dish and cover late 18th century

the sides of the tureen reserved on the sponged-manganese ground with quatrefoil panels painted with flower bouquets, the cover surmounted with a recumbent rabbit.

Both the cover and the tureen have occasional abrasions, minor chipping to the edges, including the rim edge, rabbit's ear and nose. The cover is in generally good condition. The tureen has an approximately 6 inch restored area at the rim covering chip/s and cracks; the restoration is old and has turned yellow. There is a hairline crack running from the rim down the side of the tureen. Otherwise in 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.
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A similar tureen and cover was offered at Christie's Amsterdam, May 27, 1986, lot 305.