A PAIR OF STAFFORDSHIRE WHITE SALT-GLAZED STONEWARE RETICULATED OVAL BASKETS AND STANDS, CIRCA 1765

the exterior of the baskets and the rim of the stands molded with basketwork, the pierced cartouches issuing branches of leafy grapes and pears beneath the valanced edge.

Baskets: One basket has one of the handles broken off and restored back; the overspray extends to both sides. The other basket has an approximate 4 by 2 in. section at the rim broken off and restored back. The restorations are well done. Stands: One stand has an approximate 1-1/2-inch haircrack running from one of the bottom pierced diamonds at the rim down to the cavetto and curving at the bottom. The other has an approximate 2-inch running from the rim through the piercings down towards the base.
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.

A similar pair of baskets and stands from the Collection of Dr. Dallas Bache Pratt was sold at Sotheby's New York, January 20, 1995, lot 320. Similar baskets and stands are illustrated by Leslie B. Grigsby in English Pottery 1650-1800, The Henry Weldon Collection, p. 137, no. 55; by Arnold R. Mountford in The Illustrated Guide to Staffordshire Salt-Glazed Stoneware, pl. 148; and Peter Walton in Creamware and Other English Pottery at Temple Newsam House, Leeds, p. 31, no. 53.