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Rare grand vase double-gourde couvert en bronze doré et émaux cloisonnés Chine, dynastie Qing, XIXE siècle
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- gilt-bronze and cloisonne enamel
en forme de calebasse polylobée, séparé en cinq registres rythmés par des frises de grecques, à décor sur fond turquoise de coloquintes, feuilles de vigne et fleurettes épanouies dans des rinceaux, la partie centrale décorée d'une bande de chauves-souris aux ailes déployées parmi des rinceaux chargés de fruits sur fond rouge, la prise du couvercle figurant un rameau (2)
Provenance
Acquired in China in the early 1900's, thence in the family by descent.
Condition
The vase is overall in good condition but has been pushed in in two areas with associated losses to the enamels : one 6x6 cm to one side of the lower part and another one 9x5 cm to one side of the upper part. Some small losses to the enamels and light wear to the gilding as expected.
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
An emblem of the unity of heaven and earth and a symbol of fertility and abundance, the double-gourd motif was used extensively in the decorative arts of the 18th century. A form popular in many different media, this particular vase is notable for its large size. It may be compared to another double-gourd shaped cloisonne enemal vase bearing a Qianlong mark in the Uldry Collection, illustrated in Helmut Brinker and Albert Lutz, Chinese Cloisonne. The Pierre Uldry Collection, Zurich, 1985, p. 294.