Lot 471
  • 471

A pair of Meissen salts, circa 1735-40

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • PORCELAIN
  • 8.5cm., 3 3/8 in. high
in the form of oval bowls painted in Kakiemon style with branches of flowering prunus, set on four scroll feet with Frauenkopf terminals picked out in puce and gilding, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue

Condition

Both are in good condition.
"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

A similar pair to the present examples was sold at Sotheby's London on 14 March 1967, lot 126.