A matching pair of Staffordshire pearlware nun pigeon tureens and covers, early 19th century

each nesting bird highlighted in blue and grey or puce, together with a pair of Staffordshire hen and chick tureens and covers

One cover with chip to bird's beak and a large chip to end of wings.The other bird with chip to beak.Each tureen with minor losses to the shredded decoration.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Alvilde Lees-Milne and Derry Moore, The Englishwoman's House, London, 1984, p. 40, illustrated in the Duchess's Bedroom at Chatsworth;
The Duchess of Devonshire, Chatsworth, The House, London, 2002, pp. 160-161, illustrated in the same room as above.