Lot 715
  • 715

German fayence blue and white two-handled bowl and cover First half 18th century

Estimate
300 - 500 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • Length across handles: 11 in.
  • 28 cm
Painted with alternating Chinoiserie and floral panels.

Provenance

Collection of Lord Leighton of Stretton, reputedly sold at Christie's, Manson & Woods, July, 8th, 1896, bearing label

Condition

There is some typical chipping along the rim edges of the cover, finial and bowl. There is a 3 by 3 inch triangular section on the side broken off and cleanly glued back; there are associated small losses in the glaze along the breaklines and there is an associated haircrack issuing from the break. There is another approximate 2-inch haircrack running parallel to the side below the straineer spout in the interior.
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.
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