A PAIR OF SPODE PORCELAIN TWO-HANDLED CUPS, COVERS AND STANDS CIRCA 1825

the stands with SPODE 2812 marks in iron-red. Together with a Spode small ewer applied with flowers and birds and a pair of Paris porcelain ram's head vases. 9 pieces.

One cup has a small, fine starcrack just below one handle. The other cup has two very short fine haircracks running down the sides of the rim. Both covers, each with a restored and further chipped finial. One cover has an approximate 1/2-inch chip to the flange. Spode small ewer: The handle has been broken from multiple spots and glued or restored back. The spout is restored. The tail of the yellow bird is chipped and restored back. The beak of the black bird is chipped. There is a fine extended haircrack running and curving around one side of the vase between the applied floral decoration. There are some minor chips and losses to the edges of the applied leaves and flowers. Paris ram's head vases: Both with some wear to the gilding. One has a small chip to the edge of the foot at one corner.
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.