Lot 69
  • 69

A SET OF TWELVE MINTONS PATE-SUR-PATE DESSERT PLATES 1929

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • diameter 8 7/8 in.
  • 22.5 cm
each decorated around the rim in white slip and raised gilding with a border of alternating pale-blue ground panels of classical maidens and cupids or stylized foliate motifs, printed gilt crowned MINTONS globe mark, retailer's mark for TIFFANY & CO. NEW YORK and MADE IN ENGLAND, impressed MINTONS and date year cypher, pattern number H.3696.

Condition

One plate with a fine 2-inch hairline crack running down from the rim to the bottom of the plate.
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.