A NAPLES PORCELAIN BUTTER TUB, COVER AND STAND CIRCA 1795-1800

each painted with three titled and dated panels depicting eruptions of Mount Vesuvius alternating with animal vignettes reserved within an elaborately patterned gilt border, the cover with a gilt recumbent lioness knop, incised X3 mark.

There is a very fine 1-inch hairline crack forking slightly running parallel about 1/4-inch above the footrim on the side; evident on the underside of the stand but not evident on the interior of the stand. The saucer also has some typical minor stacking wear in the center and some very minor rubbing to gilding. Otherwise, generally 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.

Wares similarly depicting various eruptions of Mount Vesuvius are illustrated by Angela Caròla-Perrotti, Le Porcellane dei Borbone di Napoli, Capodimonte e Real Fabbrica Ferdinandea, pl. 81, and Le Porcellane Napoletane dell'Ottocento, 1807-1860, pls. 153a-e and 196.