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A group of English porcelain yellow-ground wares circa 1800-10
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- PORCELAIN
- height of candlesticks 5 1/4 in.
- 13.3 cm
probably Chamberlain's Worcester, each piece reserved with gilt-edged panels bat-printed en grisaille with various mythological figures, comprising: a pair of candlesticks, a pair of spiral-moulded two-handled chocolate cups, covers and stands and a beaker. 9 pieces.
Condition
There is some occasional minor rubbing to the gilding overall. All in good condition, except:
Pair of candlesticks: One with two small chips to the edge of the nozzle.
Pair of spiral-moulded two-handled chocolate cups, covers and stands: Covers: One has the knob restored; it is possible that the knob is a replacement. One cup has one handle broken off and restored back. The other has an approximate 1-inch rim chip, issuing an approximate 1-inch haircrack running down the side of the rim.
Beaker: Has some minor crazing to the interior and an approximate 2-inch haircrack running down the side of the rim.
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 spiral-molded chocolate cup and cover, similarly modelled with a loop handle, is illustrated in Geoffrey A. Godden, Chamberlain-Worcester Porcelain 1788-1852, p. 234, fig. 278.