- 416
A Meissen purple-ground composite part-tea service, circa 1740
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- Porcelain
- the teapot 10.7cm., 4 1/4 in. high
comprising a teapot and cover painted with commedia dell'arte figures in landscapes reserved in quatrefoil gilt-edged panels, a quatrefoil lobed sugar bowl and cover with vine handle, and five teacups and saucers, painted with Kauffahrtei scenes and figures in landscapes, crossed swords marks in underglaze-blue, gilded letter B. to sugarbowl and cover, various impressed numerals,
Literature
Newbattle Abbey, Midlothian, Inventory, 1901, p.120, Decorative China in Lady Lothian's Dressing Room & Ante Room; 'Dresden china dejeuner set, mauve ground with Watteau subjects in panels, of :- / Shaped tray; teapot, covered sugar basin, 3 cups & saucers', part.
Condition
The teapot has a crack running from the rim to the underside through to the top edge of the spout terminal, the teapot cover has a rim chip. One teacup has a hairline crack.
"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."