A PAIR OF CONTINENTAL PORCELAIN SHELL-FORM COMPOTES 19th Century

Each modelled in Doccia style as a large shell resting on a base applied with coral and smaller shells.

D.M. & P. Manheim Antiques, New York

One shell has a long, forked haircrack extending from the rim at one end, running down in one direction to the base and curving upwards for about 1 1/2 inches; the other fork runs across the length of the shell ending halfway up the side on the opposite end. At the point at the crack forks on the side there is a 1/8-in. triangular loss to the porcelain. The same shell also has a 2-in fine haicrack to a side issuing from a tiny chip to the rim. The other shell is in generally good condition apart from some minor firing cracks to the bse and several additional short ones to the rim.
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.

Please see page 143 for an illustration of this lot.