- 589
Two Staffordshire pearlware figures of Spring and Hope circa 1800
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- PORCELAIN
- heights 8 3/8 in. and 8 3/4 in.
- 21.3 cm and 22.2 cm
each modelled standing holding either a cornucopia or the Bible.
Condition
Spring: there is a very small flat chip and another tiny chip to the edge of the base. Otherwise in good condition.
Hope: the tip of her nose is chipped. Her left arm and the book in her hand are restored. There is an extended firing crack running around her left arm below her shoulder and a small chip to the edge of her sleeve. There is an extended firing crack running upwards from the right side of her cape, curving up from her right elbow towards her hair and neck. there is a small glaze chip to the edge of her cape and several tiny rim chips to the base.
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.