Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 81

Lot 81

Pair of Sèvres Plates, 18th century

Pair of Sèvres Plates, 18th century
Lot 81 Details
Pair of Sèvres Plates, 18th century

painted on the centres with a colourful bird on the ground by a tree or perched on a branch, the moulded bleu celeste ground rims with three floral panels within gilt surrounds
painted interlaced Ls marks in grey and blue, one enclosing u for 1773, and other devices

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $9,600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Pair of Sèvres Plates, 18th century
  • Pair of Sèvres Plates, 18th century
  • Pair of Sèvres Plates, 18th century
  • Pair of Sèvres Plates, 18th century
  • Pair of Sèvres Plates, 18th century
Provenance:

R. Murray Bell Collection, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

Some scratches and minor wear; two floral panels on the yellow bird plate have patches of ‘smeared’ texture; otherwise substantially in good condition

LOT 81
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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 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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