Lot 354
  • 354

A set of fifteen English porcelain botanical dessert plates circa 1800-10

Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description

  • PORCELAIN
  • length 7 1/2 in.
  • 19 cm
each piece painted in the center with a different flower specimen within a narrow blue-ground band at the shaped rim, script titles.

Condition

One with a restored rim chip and similar chip to the foot; two each with a starcrack to the center; one with some discoration; 1 with s restored haircrack running from the rim edge across the center to the footrim on the opposite side; one with a large restored haircrack, two each with a restored haircrack to the rim; one with restoration to the center and some discoloration; one with a 4-in, restored break to the rim across one corner.
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.