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Firewood Vendor Inkstand, Gardner Manufactory, Verbilki, 1820-1830
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
- height 15cm, 5 7/8 in.
with domed lid, underglaze blue factory mark, incised number 6, the interior inscribed N2 / 8 / 1 in black overglaze
Exhibited
Pushkin Museum, no. 11
Literature
Oda k Radosti/Ode to Joy, p. 42, cat. no. 19
Condition
the inkwell and sand caster lacking, some small wear to gilding around base consistent with age and use; some scattered rubbing to blue matt glaze, particularly on figure's back, the ends of the wheelbarrow handles apparently broken off
"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."