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A set of two soft-paste porcelain covered boxes, Capodimonte or Buen Retiro, 18th century
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- in partridge shape, the lid circled by gilt-bronze, one with the blue mark fleur de lis; (chips to the lids' grips)
- porcelain
- Haut. 8 cm., long. 12,5 cm. ; Height 3 1/4 in., length 4 3/4 in.
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. One box with two chips at the end of the feathers of the cover, and a small firing haircrack under the base. The other box with two chips at the end of the feathers of the cover. There is a very small firing haircrack to the end of the tail, and a very minor and insignificant chip to the end of the beak.
"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."
"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."