In country house condition. The ceramic: Inspected within its mounts. The ewer with a circa 5.5cm hairline rim crack on the exterior (faintly visible on the interior) and a shorter glaze hairline next to it. There is other glaze crazing around the underside of the handle and the lower body of the ewer. The cover has a crack running almost from one end to another, there are extensive rim chips. General minor glaze firing imperfections and surface scratches. The mounts: Overall the mounts are tarnishing, the gilding it rubbed and the would benefit from a clean according to taste. The mount fixing the lid and the body is loose and need to be re-pinned. One leg is bent slightly out of shape.
"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.
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