A LARGE VIENNA-STYLE CIRCULAR TRAY LATE 19TH CENTURY

painted, by P. Hoffman, signed,  with the 'Offering of Iphigenia' within a gilt-edged rectangular panel reserved on a claret ground decorated with gilt foliate scrollwork,  pseudo-shield mark in blue. Some restoration.

The handle to the left of the panel has been broken out and restored back with some regilding and overpainting to the claret ground along the break. Apart from this, some minor wear to the gilding of the handles and around the rim and some patches of discoloration to the gilding on the outside of the rim, probably caused by a hanging device, the tray is in generally good conditon.
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.