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A Theodore Deck 'Japonisme' jardinière circa 1870-90
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- ceramics
- length across handles 21 in.
- 53.3 cm
decorated around the body with cherry blossoms, birds in flight and flying insects, affixed on either side with an elephant's head mask, impressed TH . DECK and cypher mark.
Condition
There is some overspray to the interior of the jardiniere and the curved base, possibly covering fine haircrack/s There are minor touch-ups to the eyebrows and husks of the elephant mask handles, possibly covering glaze chips or small chips. 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 jardinière of this form is illustrated in Bernard Bumpus, Théodore Deck Céramiste, cat. no. 62, where the author notes a similar example being exhibited at the Vienna International Exhibition, 1873.