Decorative Arts Auction

June 20, 2016

LOT 341

Lot 341

‘Vienna’ Portrait Plate of ‘Epheu’, c.1900

‘Vienna’ Portrait Plate of ‘Epheu’, c.1900
Lot 341 Details
‘Vienna’ Portrait Plate of ‘Epheu’, c.1900

painted with a young woman wearing a crown of ivy, the rim with a coloured and gilt paneled border
diameter 9.6" — 24.5 cm.
signed Wagner, painted shield mark in underglaze blue, titled Epheu in black script

Estimate $350-$500

Realised: $780
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

CONDITION DETAILS

Very minor gilding flaw at edge of rim (10 o’clock) is not significant; otherwise in good condition

LOT 341
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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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