Decorative Arts Auction

December 07, 2015

LOT 289

Lot 289

Pair of Sèvres Bleu Céleste Ground Sucriers and Covers, 18th century

Pair of Sèvres Bleu Céleste Ground Sucriers and Covers, 18th century
Lot 289 Details
Pair of Sèvres Bleu Céleste Ground Sucriers and Covers, 18th century

painted in rose with panels of cherubs within gilt surrounds, the covers with trophies below gilt fruit and leaf finials
tiny chip
painted interlaced Ls marks enclosing date letter P in gilt

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $1,107
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Leo and Doris Hodroff Collection, Minneapolis, No. 3051

CONDITION DETAILS

Tiny chip at edge of rim on one cover; minor wear to gilding at inner rims; otherwise substantially in good condition

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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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