Decorative Arts Auction

December 09, 2014

LOT 84

Lot 84

Sèvres Coffee Can and Saucer, 18th century

Sèvres Coffee Can and Saucer, 18th century
Lot 84 Details
Sèvres Coffee Can and Saucer, 18th century

painted with panels of colourful exotic birds reserved within gilt surrounds on a bleu celeste ground
minor chips
diameter 5.9" — 15 cm.
incised numerals 6 and 36 on the cup, painted interlaced Ls marks in blue

Estimate $250-$350

Realised: $900
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Sèvres Coffee Can and Saucer, 18th century
  • Sèvres Coffee Can and Saucer, 18th century
  • Sèvres Coffee Can and Saucer, 18th century
Provenance:

R. Murray Bell Collection, Toronto

CONDITION DETAILS

Small chip at rim of saucer repaired; tiny glaze chip at rim of cup; otherwise substantially in good condition; decoration may be later

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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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