Lot 847
  • 847

A Royal Copenhagen 'Flora Danica' part-dinner service

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • Porcelain
  • the soup tureen 30.7cm., 12 1/8 in. across handles
painted with titled specimens within a gilt beaded border and gilt serrated rim, comprising:
twelve dinner plates, shape no. 3509;
eight side plates, shape no. 3551;
eight bread and butter plates, shape no. 3552;
an oval soup tureen and cover, shape no. 3558;
an oval serving dish, shape no. 3506;
two oval stands with single branch handle in two sizes,  shape nos. 3541 and 3540;
a square-shaped salad bowl, shape no. 3510;
three two-handled soup cups and stands; shape no. 3612;
and two oval trencher salts, shape no. 3625,
the reverses with specimen titles in black script, green printed factory marks, wave marks in underglaze-blue,

Condition

In very 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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