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A pair of two green Chinese porcelain spices boxes, Kangxi period (1662-1722) ; with French gilt-metal mounts, early 18th century
Estimate
200 - 300 EUR
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Description
- porcelain, gilt-bronze
- Haut. 7 cm, larg.13,5 cm, prof. 9,5 cm ; Height 2 3/4 in, width 5 1/4 in, depth 3 3/4 in
(a box restored)
Condition
THE PORCELAIN:
The box visible on the left of the catalogue :
The box has been broken in several pieces and restuck with associated losses.
There are chips on the base and on the cover.
There is fritting to the rim.
There is wear to the enamels and to the gilding.
The box visible on the right on the catalogue :
There is wear to the enamels and to the gilding.
The base and the inside covers are covered with a brown wash.
There are firing cracks, fritting and chips overall the surface.
THE GILT-BRONZE ELEMENTS:
The gilding is rubbed and tarnished.
"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."