A RARE PAIR OF DUTCH DELFT BLUE AND WHITE TULIPIERE PEDESTALS, LATE 17TH CENTURY

Property from a Private Connecticut Collection
A RARE PAIR OF DUTCH DELFT BLUE AND WHITE TULIPIERE PEDESTALS, LATE 17TH CENTURY

of hexagonal form, the sides with molded columns and arches reserving alternating painted scenes of a figure possibly representing Flora; two winged putti in clouds above three others standing on a tiled floor; and a pair of figures preparing to drink from a basin, resting on ball and paw feet, the upper sections applied with six supports in the form of salamanders, AK monogram over 0 or O marks for Adrianus Kocx, De Grieksche A (The Greek A) factory, 1687-1701.
heights 16 in. and 15 ¾ in.
40.5 cm and 40 cm

Condition Report:
Both pedestals have extensive restoration.
One with five of six ball feet and all six salamanders restored. Only one of the painted panels has traces of restoration, and another has the terminal of a hairline crack towards the top which extends into the top.
It is difficult to determine extent of damage present. Viewing the interior reveals to cracks which extend up from the base, one on either side of a molded column.
The other with traces of restoration to each of the salamanders, and two of the six ball feet restored. A restored crack runs from base, from one size through a painted panel, top edge, to directly opposite panel, and base edge.

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:
Guest & Gray, London