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A SEVRES YELLOW-GROUND CUP AND SAUCER 1786
Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- 1788
- porcelain
(gobelet litron et soucoupe) each painted with a continuous band of arabesques between gilt-edged foliate and scrollwork borders, interlaced L's, date letter ii, painter's mark for Boucot in blue enamel, gilder's mark for Weydinger in gold and incised numerals.
Provenance
Collection of Robert S. Pirie, sold, Christie's, New York, May 5, 1999, lot 76
Condition
Some very minor rubbing to the gilding of the rim edge. The saucer with an approximate 1/4-inch chip to the outside of the rim and a small gilt-over factory-related firing bruise to the rim edge.
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.
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.