A SEVRES MAROON-GROUND CUP AND SAUCER 1782

(gobelet litron et soucoupe) each painted with a gilt circular scroll medallion partially or completely edged with a flower garland on the maroon-brown ground gilt with urns between gilt ribbon and foliate scroll borders at the rim and base, the saucer with a similarly decorated border of further medallions, interlaced L's, date letter mark EE and painter's mark for Antoine Capelle in blue, incised numerals.

Sold, Sotheby's, New York, November 12, 1999, lot 91

The cup has a 1/2-inch flat chip to the bottom of the footrim, beneath the handle and not apparent on the bottom edge of the cup. There is some minor wear to the gilt dental border of the interior of the cup. The saucer has two pinhead chips to the rim edge. Otherwise both are in good condition.
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.