Lot 77
- 77
A Rare Cartographic Cabinet Cup and Saucer, Schoelcher Manufactory, Paris, circa 1820
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- the underside of the cup with Schoelcher in gilt letters, the saucer incised with the letter C
- Porcelain
- Diameter of Saucer 6 1/4 in.
- 15.9 cm
the rounded cup gilded with two circular reserves transfer printed with detailed maps of Moscow and St. Petersburg dated 1809 with extensive explanations in French, the upper rim with a band of berried holly interspersed with classical masks, the saucer with conforming decoration
Condition
the cup with some rubbing to gilding and with the painting to both masks entirely rubbed; the saucer with rubbing to gilding and painting and evidence of old repairs
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
For a similar Schoelcher cup and saucer, see T. Igumnova and A. Kusakin, et al, 1812, voina i mir, Moscow, 2008, no. 332, p. 205.