- 492
A Sceaux faïence lettuce tureen and cover 18th century
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- pottery
- length 11 in.
- 27.9 cm
raised on four leaf-form feet.
Condition
Some typical small areas of chips/glaze chips overall.
There are two restored breaks to the edge of two leaves at the rim of the tureen; the restoration to a third 2-in. break at the stem end has broken away; there is an extended forking fine haircrack running for almost the entire length of base of the tureen.
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.
Catalogue Note
A pair of similar tureens, one bearing the fleur-de-lys mark, was sold at Christie's Monaco, December 4, 1988, lot 17.