- 685
A porceain pot pourri vase, Imperial Porcelain manufactory, period of Alexander II (1855-1881)
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Porcelain
- height: 38cm, 15in.
elaborate ovoid body raised on a twist baluster stem supported on a shaped square base, the front and back with circular medallions and applied with ribbon-tied laurel garlands, flanked by squared handles, the pierced domed lid with cone finial, with green Imperial cypher for Alexander II
Condition
There is restoration to one of the garlands next to the handle. The base of the finial and the rim of the lid with possible traces of restoration. Several firing cracks visible on the interior.
"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 Replica Shoes '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 Replica Shoes '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."
Catalogue Note
A similar pot pourri vase is in the collection of the State Museum Reserve Peterhof and is illustrated in V. Znamenov (ed.) Imperial Porcelain Manufactory 1744-1904, Global View, Orchestra St. Petersburg, Moscow, 2008, p.538