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An English delftware blue-dash Royal portrait charger, probably London, circa 1689-94
Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Delftware
- 35.5cm., 14in. diameter
of deep form, painted with standing figures of William III and Queen Mary II, the King in ermine-lined robe, wearing a crown and holding an orb and sceptre, the Queen wearing a crown and holding a fan, beneath the initials WRM and flanked by trees, the reverse with a lead glaze
Provenance
With Louis Gautier, with his paper label
Condition
In generally good condition. There are some typical flakes to the glaze around the rim. The largest flake is located at 10 o'clock and measures approximately 3.3cm wide. There is a chip to the body in the center of the charger, visible in the catalogue illustration.
"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."