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Dr Christopher Dresser (1834 - 1904) for James Couper & Sons
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A vase
- 38.5cm.;
- 1ft 3in.
Clutha glass, the broad lip above a spiral-wrapped stem and indented globular body
Condition
A good large example in good condition. The glass has streaks of aventurin inclusions which are not visible in the catalogue illustration. There is some minor and typical wear to the underside of the foot, but basically this striking piece is ready for display.
"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."
Catalogue Note
A nearly identical example dated 1883 appears in Widar Halen, Christopher Dresser, London, 1990, pl. 229. Similar Clutha vases are also illustrated in the Liberty Yuletide catalogue of 1895, as reproduced in Harry Lyons, Christopher Dresser, The People's Designer 1834 - 1904, Woodbridge, Suffolk, 2005, pl. 67.