Lot 169
- 169
A Russian porcelain figure of a Strannik (Wanderer), Gardner Porcelain Manufactory, Verbilki, 1820s
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- height 8 1/8 in. (20.6 cm)
depicted standing, his cape in the manufactory's distinct matt blue glaze, with a gilt band about the square base, with blue factory mark and '2' incised in the paste
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, 19 June 1991, lot 61, illustrated
Condition
excellent detail and modeling, with some scattered rubbing and discoloration to the blue glaze consistent with age and handling
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 comparable figure in the collection of Hillwood, see M. Ross, Russian Porcelains: The Collections of Marjorie Merriweather Post…, Norman, 1968, p. 114, plate LI.