A pair of Dutch Delft blue and white chinoiserie onion-necked vases and a baluster vase and cover, circa 1700

A pair of Dutch Delft blue and white chinoiserie onion-necked vases and a baluster vase and cover, circa 1700

(the cover with repaired rim)
The pair: Height 13⅓in; Haut. 34 cm; vase: Height 15 in; Haut. 38 cm

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Paire de vases à col oignon et un vase couvert balustre en faïence de Delft, vers 1700

à décor de chinoiseries ; (restauration au couvercle)
The pair: Height 13⅓in; Haut. 34 cm; vase: Height 15 in; Haut. 38 cm

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Condition Report:
Central vase : old chips to the collar and base ; some traces of restoration to the collar and cover. The area of restoration has turned yellowish, could be improved by a cleaning and new restoration.
Pair of vases : the two with old chips to the collar and bases.
The set remains attractive.

"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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Provenance:
Christie's Amsterdam, 6 April 2005, lot 87 (3.714€).