A PAIR OF DUTCH DELFT BLUE AND WHITE OCTAGONAL BALUSTER VASES AND COVERS, CIRCA 1764-70

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A PAIR OF DUTCH DELFT BLUE AND WHITE OCTAGONAL BALUSTER VASES AND COVERS, CIRCA 1764-70

molded with scrollwork cartouches reserving painted panels of flowers in a fenced garden, the covers with scrollwork-form finials, AP marks in blue for Anthony Pennis, owner of the De Twee Scheepjes (The Two Ships) factory from 1764 to 1770
heights 16 ⅜ in.
41.5 cm

Condition Report:
Some losses to ornament of finials as visible in the catalogue illustration and chips to rims. The footrim of each vase with some old restored chips with associated discolored overpaint to surrounding areas. The restoration could be refreshed. Some glaze losses to the molded borders as visible in the catalogue illsutration

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 Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.