Lot 218
  • 218

A group of European porcelains, second half 18th century

Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Porcelain
comprising a set of six Ludwigsburg 'purpurmalerei' cups and saucers with vignettes of figures in landscapes, a Ludwigsburg teapot and cover with Watteau figures, a Ludwigsburg coffee pot and cover with coloured flowers, crowned interlaced CC monograms in underglaze-blue, various impressed marks, and a Vienna tureen, lacking cover, shield mark in underglaze-blue,

Condition

one saucer with glaze star crack, one cup with hairline crack at rim, teapot with some kiln pitting at shoulder, cover a little ill-fitting, one handle of tureen restored.
"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."