A PAIR OF DUTCH DELFT POLYCHROME SHOES, CIRCA 1745 |

of moulded form with a manganese strap to the front, with a yellow ground painted with flowering prunus, the backs similarly decorated on a manganese dotted ground,

In overall good appearance. One shoe with a faint short hairline crack to the rim edge. Otherwise some small scattered nibble chips to glaze along edges.
"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."

Further shoes of this type from the Joseph M. Morpurgo collection were sold in these rooms, 10th May 2016, lots 85 and 86.