Lot 443
  • 443

A Paris porcelain covered teapot from the Queen's manufacture, rue Thiroux, 18th century, circa 1785

Estimate
500 - 800 EUR
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Description

  • porcelain
  • Haut. 13 cm., long. 14 cm. ; Height 5 in., length 5 1/2 in.
cylindrical, with a wooden handle hold by two gilt-metal handles, with a polychrome ornamentations of lozenge frieze of floral garlands, palms and lozenges, marked with a red crowned letter A; (restorations, the knop refixed)

Condition

The illustration of the catalogue is accurate. There are some old restorations to the attachments of the two lyres, and a restored chip to the edge of the lid. The handle of the lid refixed.
"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."