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LUCIE RIE | Footed Bowl
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Lucie Rie
- Footed Bowl
- with artist's cypher
- stoneware, pitted glaze, manganese rim
- 3 3/4 in. (9.5 cm) high6 3/8 in. (16.2 cm) diameter
- circa 1980
Provenance
Graham Gallery, New York, circa 1980s
Literature
Tony Birks, Lucie Rie, Yeovil, Somerset, 1987, p. 220 (for a related example)
Oliver Watson, British Studio Pottery, Oxford, 1990, p. 238 (for a related example)
Oliver Watson, British Studio Pottery, Oxford, 1990, p. 238 (for a related example)
Condition
Overall very good condition. The surfaces of the vase presents with surface irregularities inherent in the technique, which impart wonderful texture to the piece. This piece has been examined under blacklight and does not show any evidence of prior restoration. The foot of the vase with a small area of more pronounced surface irregularity, inherent in the making. A very nice example with complex layered glaze.
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.
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.