Lot 84
  • 84

A PAIR OF PARIS PORCELAIN PLATINUM-GROUND TWO-HANDLED VASES CIRCA 1880

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • porcelain
  • heights 22 7/8 and 23 1/4 in.
  • 58.1 and 59.1 cm
each painted on the front and reverse with a colorful arrangement of garden flowers between a gilt y-diaper or stylised rose-and-thistle border on the chocolate brown-ground rim and foot, affixed on either side with an elaborate gilt scroll handle surmounted by a crowned bearded head.

Condition

There is some very minor occasional wear to gilding along the edge of the crowns of the figural handles; 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.