- 1021
STAFFORDSHIRE PEARLWARE FIGURE OF ANDROMACHE CIRCA 1815
Estimate
300 - 500 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- Height 9 1/4 in.
Condition
The tip of her right index finger is chipped away. There is an approximate 1/5-inch slice chip to the middle of the vase she is embracing. Additionally with some very minor and occasional flaking to the enamels and several small glaze chips or chips to the edges of the base and the pedestal. Otherwise in generally good condition.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
A similar figure of Andromache weeping at Hector's tomb is illustrated in Pat Halfpenny, English Earthenware Figures 1740-1840, p. 181 (top right).