Lot 56
  • 56

A Naples porcelain part-service, early 19th century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Porcelain
painted with flower sprays and small sprigs, comprising: 22 plates, 24.7cm., 9 3/4 in. diameter; 
8 soup plates, 23cm., 9in. diameter; 
a circular dish, 30cm., 11 7/8 in. diameter; 
and two square shaped dishes, 29cm., 11 3/8 in. wide,
crowned N marks in underglaze-blue, incised marks to inside edge of footrims

Condition

Overall there is some typical surface scratching and rubbing to enamels consistent with use. There are 5 plates with a rim chip. 5 plates with glaze crazing to front and back and there are other pieces where there are minor scattered areas of glaze crazing. 1 plate with a hairline crack. 1 soup plate with a rim chip. The pieces have un-glazed rims which in some cases has resulted in some scattered patches of staining to the ceramic body.
"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."