Lot 327
  • 327

TWO STAFFORDSHIRE LEAD-GLAZED CREAM-COLORED EARTENWARE CYLINDRICAL TEA CANISTERS CIRCA 1770

Estimate
600 - 800 USD
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Description

  • LEAD-GLAZE CERAMICS
  • Height of taller canister 4 in.

Provenance

The smaller canister: Matthew and Elisabeth Sharpe, Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.
Both canisters: Theodore A. Wiedemann, New Hope, Pennsylvania.

Condition

Both lacking covers. The sponged canister with a 1-in. section of the neck and rim made up.
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

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