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An assembled pair of St. Cloud white seaux à liqueur ronds circa 1735
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- ceramics
- heights 4 3/4 in. and 5 1/8 in.
- 12.1 cm and 13 cm
each molded on the front and reverse with leafy flowering plants between a fluted rim, the sides with grotesque mask handles, incised STt C marks.
Condition
The larger cooler has an approximate 1/5-inch chip to the rim edge, showing mostly on the interior of 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 similar seau is illustrated in W. B. Honey, French Porcelain of the 18th Century, pl. 9; and another by Inès d'Ormesson, L'Argus des Faïences et Porcelaines de France, p. 220.