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A PAIR OF MINTONS PÂTE-SUR-PÂTE BLUE-GROUND 'POMPEIAN' VASES AND COVERS CIRCA 1874

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A PAIR OF MINTONS PÂTE-SUR-PÂTE BLUE-GROUND 'POMPEIAN' VASES AND COVERS CIRCA 1874

shape number 1775, decorated by Marc Louis Solon, each signed in white slip L Solon, of squat generous form, affixed at the shoulder with two gilded high loop handles, lavishly decorated with eight pale-pink medallions reserving putti at various pursuits alternating with trophies, two with reserving Roman numerals 'DXI', and 'XII' respectively, tied with ribbons hanging from two-toned green leafy vines, the short neck, foot and cover enriched with red, ochre and pale-blue foliate scrollwork borders, impressed MINTONS marks.
Height 15½ in.
39.4 cm

Condition Report:
Both vases are in overall good appearance.
There is some very minor typical wear to gilding on loop handles and interior edge of rims. Both vases and covers are in good condition.

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.

Provenance:
T. Goode & Co., South Audley Street, London, bearing labels

The Nyman Collection, Sotheby's Belgravia, May 14, 1981, lot 61

Minton Pâte-sur-Pâte Masterworks from a Distinguished Private Collection, Christie's New York, October 21, 2008, lot 3

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A PAIR OF MINTONS PÂTE-SUR-PÂTE BLUE-GROUND 'POMPEIAN' VASES AND COVERS CIRCA 1874

shape number 1775, decorated by Marc Louis Solon, each signed in white slip L Solon, of squat generous form, affixed at the shoulder with two gilded high loop handles, lavishly decorated with eight pale-pink medallions reserving putti at various pursuits alternating with trophies, two with reserving Roman numerals 'DXI', and 'XII' respectively, tied with ribbons hanging from two-toned green leafy vines, the short neck, foot and cover enriched with red, ochre and pale-blue foliate scrollwork borders, impressed MINTONS marks.
Height 15½ in.
39.4 cm

Condition Report:
Both vases are in overall good appearance.
There is some very minor typical wear to gilding on loop handles and interior edge of rims. Both vases and covers are in good condition.

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.

Provenance:
T. Goode & Co., South Audley Street, London, bearing labels

The Nyman Collection, Sotheby's Belgravia, May 14, 1981, lot 61

Minton Pâte-sur-Pâte Masterworks from a Distinguished Private Collection, Christie's New York, October 21, 2008, lot 3

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