Lot 594
  • 594

A Meissen yellow ground écuelle, cover and trembleuse stand, circa 1735-40

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

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  • Porcelain
  • the stand 18.5cm., 7 1/4 in. diam.
each piece painted with gilt-framed shaped panels enclosing Kauffahrtei scenes including an ice-skating scene, the centre of the stand painted with indianische-Blumen, the shallow domed cover with gilt dragon moulded finial, crossed swords mark in underglaze-blue, gilded numeral 4 and x,

Condition

The écuelle has been broken into several pieces and restored and has a small shallow chip to the rim. Some wear to gilding to handles and around foot. The stand with wear to gilding around the rim. The dragon finial has a glued repair and a small chip approx 0.3cm. square.
"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.
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