Lot 285
  • 285

An English porcelain small lettuce tureen, cover and stand early 19th century

Estimate
700 - 900 USD
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Description

  • PORCELAIN
  • length of stand 8 3/4 in.
  • 22.2 cm
naturalistically modelled.

Condition

In generally good condition, except: Cos lettuces: One cover has a 1-inch chip to the edge of the leaf, forming the knob. The other cover has very small and minor flaking to the green enamel, One tureen has several shallow chips to the edge of the leaf at one end across the stem. Inkwell: The edge of one leaf on the cover has been chipped away and glued back. Lettuce box and cover: The box has very minor flaking to the green enamel along the edges. Peapod has a pinhead chip to the rim edge and a few minuscule chips to the edges of the stem.
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.