Lot 281
  • 281

GROUP OF FOUR STAFFORDSHIRE WHITE SALT-GLAZED STONEWARE SMALL MOLDS AND DISHES CIRCA 1750-60

Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • Lengths 3 5/8 in. and 5 1/8 in.
Comprising a pair of fish molds and a pair of triangular sweetmeat dishes, crisply molded with foliage and scrollwork.

Provenance

Swan Tavern Antiques, Yorktown, Virginia.

Condition

The triangular molds: One is in good condition; the other has been broken into several pieces and restored back. Fish molds: One is in good condition; the other has a very short haircrack running down from rim edge and an abrasion-like pinhead chip to the edge of tail. Please note that this lot comes with several imitation berries.
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.