Lot 748
  • 748

A Chelsea porcelain two-handled beaker and stand, circa 1762

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • PORCELAIN
  • the stand 12.6cm., 5in. diameter
the slender beaker with two scrollwork handles, both pieces painted with two vignettes of a European landscape in green camaïeu, showing figures at a river before buildings, with gilt-dentil edged rims, gold anchor marks,

Provenance

The Property of the late Selwyn Parkinson, Esq., sold by Order of the Executors, Sotheby's London, 11th October 1966, lot 279;
Acquired at the above sale by the mother of the present owner.

Condition

In overall good condition and appearance. There is a small glaze blemish which has been disguised at the time of manufacture to one of the painted scenes of the beaker. A minor area of kiln fritting to the interior of the beaker.
"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."