Lot 387
- 387
An assembled pair of Chelsea melon tureens and covers circa 1755
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- length 6 1/2 in.
- 16.5 cm
each naturalistically modelled and shaded in yellow and green, the knop formed as a looped stalk issuing leaves and yellow blossoms and buds, one cover with an red anchor mark.
Condition
Covers: One has two flat 1/4-in chips to the rim edge; the tip of one end of the vine-form knop is chipped away; and there are two minor firing blemishes on the tip of one leaf. The other has some minor restoration to the flowers and tips of leaves.
Tureens: The green enamel of one is somewhat misfired at each end; otherwise, both are in generally good condition.
"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."