FOUR DECORATIVE CERAMICS, EARLY 19TH-EARLY 20TH CENTURY |

comprising: a Chinese Export famille rose mug painted with figures on a Y-pattern ground (14.5 by 11cm.); a large Wemyss tyg, lacking one shaped handle (19.5 by 21cm.); a pearlware quart mug with Chinese style decoration (12 by 12.cm.); a Wedgwood silver lustre bowl, transfer printed underneath 'Etruria / Wedgwood / Made in England / & Barlston' (11 by 23cm.)

Inventory of the Property of Guy O. Smith at 19 Hill Street, 1927, the first probably 'The Back Drawing Room / A Nankin [sic] tankard 6in. high';
Inventory of the Property of Guy O. Smith at Shottesbrooke Park, 1928, vol. I, possibly 'Miss Oswald Smith's Bedroom / Wemyss ware three-handled vase'

These were used as jardinières by Lady Smith

Famille rose mug: losses to gilding and enamel, some firing marks Wemyss tyg: one missing handle, two restored chips to foot (respectively 4 and 8cm.), firing hairline cracks and minor losses to glaze. Pearlware mug: three hairline cracks to rim, chip to foot (3cm.), some losses to enamel Wedgewood bowl: hairline crack to rim (5cm.), marks consistent with use, minor losses to silver on rim.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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