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A Mintons pâte-sur-pâte two-handled vase circa 1880
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- ceramics
- height 14 in.
- 35.6 cm
decorated on either side in white slip with flowering branches and affixed with a dragon's head handle, crowned MINTONS globe mark printed in gilding, impressed MINTONS and indistinct year cypher.
Condition
Some very occasional and minor rubbing to the gilding in places.
The upper section of the vase, extending from the top border of the wide gilt band up to rim, has been restored; the exact cause of the damage is difficult to determine but it is likely that the restoration is covering haircrack/s. The horn of the dragon at one handle is restored. 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.