Lot 128
  • 128

A MINTON STONEWARE GOTHIC REVIVAL PORTABLE BAPTISMAL FONT AND COVER Circa 1840

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • After a model by A.W.N. Pugin of the original in the Church of Saint Mary Magdalene, Oxford.
  • heigth 12 5/8 in.
  • 32.1 cm
Impressed on the underside St. Mary.Mag.Oxford. within a relief-molded cartouche.

Condition

Overall good condition; some light surface dust in places; the cover with a ½ inch by ¼ inch shallow chip to underside of one straight edge of rim and with a 1/8 inch by 1/8 inch shallow circular chip to underside of rim near one corner; the base with a minor 1/8 inch long firing tear/crack on the nose of two grotesque masks; there do not appear to be any old repaired breaks; the knop appears to be 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.