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Lot 29
  • 29

A rare English delftware blue and white flower brick, London or Bristol, circa 1760

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • Delftware
  • 20.3cm., 8in. high
the slope front pierced with holes and  painted with a vase of flowers flanked by birds, the front panel painted with a chinoiserie landscape, the side panels with pierced holes to the upper half and painted with figures in a European landscape

Condition

In good condition. There are some typical small areas of glaze loss around the edges of the brick.
"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."

Catalogue Note

For an almost identical flower brick in the British Museum and probably the only other recorded example of this form,see A.Dawson, English & Irish Delftware, 1570-1840, p.278, no.130.