Lot 521
  • 521

A Group of Seven Chinese Export Armorial Dinner and Teawares 18th Century

Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • Porcelain
  • diameter of largest plate 9 1/8  in.; 23.2 cm
comprising: a plate with the arms of Watts impaling Carter; a saucer possibly with the arms of Achany; an underglaze-blue saucer with possibly English arms; a cup and saucer with the arms of Cooke quartering Warrer with Twysden in pretence and a cup and saucer with possibly Continental arms.

Condition

The teabowl and saucer with diaper border: The saucer with 1/2 in. section restored, and the teabowl broken and restored. The teabowl and saucer with spearhead border, the teabowl completely oversprayed and extent of restoration unknown, while the saucer in good condition. The smallest underglaze blue saucer with several rim chips, and 2 hairlines at the rim (one associated with a rim chip). The second underglaze blue saucer with several rim chips and 2 hairlines as well The octagonal plate with one 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.
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.