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ENGLISH DELFTWARE POLYCHROME 'ADAM AND EVE' CHARGER CIRCA 1680-90
Estimate
7,000 - 10,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- Diameter 12 1/2 in.
Probably Brislington or Bristol.
Provenance
Jonathan Horne Antiques Ltd., London;
Sotheby's, London, March 15, 1983, lot 21.
Sotheby's, London, March 15, 1983, lot 21.
Condition
There is an approximate 1-inch restored chip at 12 o'clock, which is very well restored. There are typical minor glaze chips and abrasions to the rim . Otherwise in 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 charger exhibiting similar painting characteristics and composition is illustrated in Michael Archer, Delftware, The Tin-glazed Earthenware of the British isles, p. 82, cat. no. A. 15. Another similarly-painted charger with the same composition, formerly in the Collection of Dr. and Mrs. Warren Baker, was sold at Sotheby Parke Bernet, October 15, 1982, lot 2.