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A set of six Dutch decorated English creamware plates, circa 1780-1800
Estimate
1,200 - 1,500 GBP
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Description
- Pottery - creamware
- each approximately 25cm., 9 7/8 in. diam.
each plate with a scalloped rim and floral scroll border reserving a brightly painted titled scene, numbered 1-6 from the series 'The Prodigal Son', impressed numerals,
Literature
Dutch-decorated creamware illustrating different versions of the Prodigal Son series are illustrated by Robert Hirsch, ECC Transcations, Vol. 12, part 3, pp. 265-272.
Condition
In generally good appearance.
There are some scattered surface flakes to enamels. Plate 6 has two sections of rim repaired with rivets, and has some associated glaze crazing. Plate 3 with a rim chip.
"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."