Lot 304
  • 304

A PARIS PORCELAIN ORMOLU-MOUNTED LARGE 'EXPOSITION' VASE AND COVER LAST QUARTER 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • height overall 37 in.
  • 94 cm
continuously painted around the body by P. Hartwig, signed, with colorful flowers and insects, the cover with painted 'Exposition Universelle Paris 1878' in gilding.

Condition

Please note that the vase has not been examined unmounted. Other than some very minor and very occasional rubbing to gilding and scratches to the enamels, the vase appears to be 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.
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.