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A Sèvres cup and saucer circa 1758, the decoration possibly of later date
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
- marks possibly spurious: interlaced Ls mark enclosing e for 1757-58, painter's mark of N for François-Joseph Aloncle, cup with incised 9 and 45, saucer with 9i
- Porcelain
- cup 7.5cm., 3in., saucer 14.2cm., 5.½in.
gobelet litron et soucoupe of the first size, painted with large panels of birds in landscapes, the mosaïque border reserved with flower panels, gilded cup rim rubbed
Condition
The gilded line around the rim of the cup has largely worn away, leaving only a few traces of gold. There are a few minor losses to the gilded line around the rim of the saucer.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."