- 1487
RARE COBALT-BLUE-DECORATED STONEWARE TWO-HANDLED TWO-GALLON 'RECUMBENT STAG AND HOUSE' CROCK, J. & E. NORTON, BENNINGTON, VERMONT, CIRCA 1855 |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Height 12 in. by Diameter 8 1/2 in.
lacking its cover
Provenance
Gary C. Cole, American Decorative Arts, New York.
Condition
Wear and discoloration commensurate with age and use, mostly discolored along the bottom 3 inches. There is a 1" x 1/2" loss to the interior of the rim, and a small 1/4" fret to the backside of the vessel. There is a T-shaped surface crack visible along the bottom of the back side, which moves down to the lower rim and becomes part of an X-form surface crack on the underside.
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.