Dame Lucie Rie

Gifted by the Artist to the family of the present owners in the 1970s

Structurally sound, with no obvious signs of damage or restoration. There is a crackle to the white glaze , most visible to the interior, and in keeping with the nature of the artist's techniques and materials. There are a few very minor glaze imperfections visible to the interior, again, in keeping with the nature of the artist's techniques and materials. There are a few tiny traces or light surface dirt and possible matter, but this excepting the work appears in excellent overall condition, with a strong glaze pattern to the rim. Inspected under ultraviolet light. Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"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."

'Rie brought to British studio pottery a connection with design and architecture, a much-needed confidence in decorative art and a touch of metropolitan chic.'

Edmund de Waal, 2011