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Two Dutch Delft blue and white rectangular tile panels, probably late 18th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- Earthenware
- 77cm., 30 1/4 in. x 51cm., 20in.
each composed of 24 tiles, painted with a large vase of flowers flanked by a pair of birds and horses respectively, upon a scroll-edged pedestal enclosing a seascape or landscape scene, framed,
Condition
In overall good appearance.
To the example painted with birds, three tiles are cracked, one of which has two filled in rim chips. Another tile has a filled in chip.
There is some minor areas of fill to edges at joins.
The example painted with horses.
In overall better condition, one tile with a chip to a lower corner.
Both panels appear to be mounted.
"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."