AN ENGLISH DELFTWARE MANGANESE-GROUND LARGE CHARGER CIRCA 1750 |

reserved in the center with a lobed panel painted in blue with two birds perched in a willow tree above two further birds, framed by five fish around the rim.

Garry Atkins, London, December, 2001, bearing label
Vogel Collection no. 702

The left side of the rim between 6 o'clock and 1 o'clock with a network of cracks, which has likely been in sections and repaired. There are several rivet holes to the reverse side which have since have been filled in and the rivets removed, two sets of holes remain unfilled. The repair has been refreshed. Typical nibbling to rim and some restoration to rim edge.
"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.
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A plate of this pattern is illustrated by John C. Austin, British Delft at Williamsburg, Williamsburg, 1994, p 164, no. 275.