Lot 181
  • 181

A COLLECTION OF CERAMIC LABELS FOR A WINE CELLAR, MOST WEDGWOOD FOR CHARLES FARROW, 19TH CENTURY |

Estimate
500 - 700 GBP
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Description

  • plain examples 11.5cm. by 15cm.; 4½in. by 6in. and numbered examples 8cm. diameter; 3¼in.
comprising five plain paddle shaped examples each with an unglazed section for annotation; three similar with 'Paris & Co.'; three without impressed makers mark and labelled as follows, Claret, Burgundy, Ale and Hock (two with losses) and forty-nine numbered examples, some unmarked and several chipped

Condition

Some with chips and losses. Majority good. Residue of ink and pencil. Old marks. Cracquelure. Old marks consistent with age and use.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."