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A Vienna group of a shepherd and a female gardener circa 1765
Estimate
1,200 - 1,800 GBP
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Description
- shield mark in underglaze blue, impressed P
- 22cm; 8¾in
the former seated on a rocky mound, his companion standing beside with a basket of flowers, a lamb at their feet (some losses)
Provenance
Probably Sir Charles Henry Tempest, 1st Bt. (1834 - 1894), thence by descent to Ethel Mary Tempest (1869 - 1937) who married Miles Stapleton, 10th Lord Beaumont (1850 - 1895) thence by descent.
Condition
Shepherd losses to the blue ribbon around his neck. Majority of pipe in left hand missing. Some losses to the green strap of his bag. Chip to tip of right thumb.
Female - right hand broken off and lacking. Chips to flowers and leaves in basket. Chip to bonnet.
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"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."