A WEDGWOOD AND BENTLEY BLUE AND WHITE JASPERWARE OVAL PLAQUE CIRCA 1768-80

A WEDGWOOD AND BENTLEY BLUE AND WHITE JASPERWARE OVAL PLAQUE CIRCA 1768-80

from the 'Herculaneum Figures' series, applied in high relief with the figure of a classical maiden playing a tambourine, with a gilt and ebonized wood frame, impressed uppercase WEDGWOOD & BENTLEY.
Height 10 in.
25.4 cm

Condition Report:
Please note: the plaque has not been examined out of the frame. There is a firing related haircrack across the torso of the figure just above the drapery. Otherwise, in generally 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:
The Estate of the Baron de Kirtsmont-Socec of Romania, sold, Cyr Auction Co., Wells, Maine, May 1999