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A GROUP OF THREE DUTCH DELFT BLUE AND WHITE BIRDCAGES AND A POLYCHROME BIRDCAGE 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,500 - 7,500 USD
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Description
- earthenware, metal
- height of tallest 30 in.
- 76 cm
comprising: a large circular birdcage modelled in three parts, with a domed cover surmounted by a seated cat, a smaller circular birdcage painted with landscape and floral panels around the base, a rectangular blue and white birdcage and a rectangular polychrome birdcage modelled in two parts, with a bird on perch, various numerals in purple and blue. 4 pieces.
Condition
The 30-inch blue and white circular bird cage- various breaks, chips and glaze chips, of which some are restored; metals of the cage are rusted.
Blue and white and polychrome rectangular bird cages- with some very minor rim and glaze chips.
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.