Lot 157
- 157
A Meissen rectangular sugar box and cover, circa 1725
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Porcelain
- 11cm. 4 1/4in. long
of compressed ogee form, painted with Kauffahrtei scenes within Böttger-lustre and enamel laub-und-bandelwerk borders, each end with a large moth or leaf study, the cover with further scenes within a red trellis border, crossed swords and K.P.M. mark in underglaze-blue to base, gilder's numerals 35 to both pieces,
Provenance
With Caviglia, Maroggia
Condition
The cover
There are two restored chips to the flange and associated areas of over-paint. To the longest edges of the rim there is re-gilding to the band.
The base
Has been segmented diagonally, along the break lines there are traces of filling. To the outside edge there has been some over-painting in the ground colour of the porcelain, and some re-touching to enamels and gilded band at foot where effected.
"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."