Lot 106
  • 106

A Pair of San Ildefonso Blackware Pottery Jars

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

each composed of clay and natural pigments, painted with an avanyu serpent design against the highly polished ground, signed on the base: "Marie and Julian." Maria Martinez (1887-1980) and Julian Martinez (1885-1943).

Condition

One is in very good original condition with minor wear consistent with its age and nearly gunmetal finish. The other has a hairline crack on the slip, and typical wear.
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.

Catalogue Note

For a related pair from the Laurance S. Rockefeller Collection see Sotheby's New York, October 2005, lot 306.