Property from a Private Connecticut Collection
A PAIR OF DUTCH DELFT POLYCHROME OCTAGONAL VASES AND COVERS, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate: 1,500 - 2,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Property from a Private Connecticut Collection
A PAIR OF DUTCH DELFT POLYCHROME OCTAGONAL VASES AND COVERS, 19TH CENTURY
painted on either side with a Chinoiserie panel of birds perched on branches issuing from rockwork or figures in a fenced garden alternating with blue and white scrollwork reserving smaller floral medallions, letter K painted in blue.
height 17 ⅛ in.
43.5 cm
Condition Report
In generally good appearance.
One vase with two rim chips and a hairline crack, the largest measuring 2.6 x 1 cm. The other with a partially re-stuck rim chip. Both with typical glaze flake chips.
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.
Cataloguing
Provenance
Weschler's, Washington, D. C., December 7, 1985, lots 1092 and 1096