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A CHELSEA PORCELAIN VASE, OF ELABORATE ROCOCO FORM |
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 30.5m. high; 12in.
- circa 1760
emblematic of Air from a series of The Elements, minor damages
Condition
The vase has been bolted to the foot with a nut and washer blocking the neck and visible just below the rim of the vase to the interior. Scattered chipping to the flowers typical of this type of ornament but with two notable losses either side of the cartouche.
"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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
LITERATURE
Anon, Ombersley Court Contents Inventory, circa 1825-36, p.17; 'A beautiful vase of fine old Chelsea China with raised flowers and figures and painted in medallions'
Anon, Ombersley Court Contents Inventory, circa 1825-36, p.17; 'A beautiful vase of fine old Chelsea China with raised flowers and figures and painted in medallions'