Lot 20
  • 20

A CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN FAMILLE-ROSE PART DINNER SERVICE CIRCA 1775

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
each painted in the center with various insects amongst flowers, comprising: sixteen dinner plates, ten soup plates and three circular shaped dishes. 29 pieces.

Condition

Each with some varying degrees of typical chipping along the edges. Otherwise in good condition, except: Dinner and soup plates: four, each with an approximate 4-inch haircrack running from the rim edge towards the center. One with an extended riveted crack running from the rim edge to the center, Circular dishes: one with three short haircraks running down the rim edge.
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.