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A FAMILLE-VERTE GARLIC-MOUTH VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- Height 11 in., 28.1 cm
the baluster body rising from a splayed foot to a tall cylindrical neck molded with a horizontal rib, terminating in a bulbous mouth and everted rim, finely painted around the exterior with officials in a court setting, one kneeling and bearing a presentation tablet before a standing figure, flanked by attendants, the neck with bamboo sprays below a floret border at the rim
Provenance
Collection of J. Insley Blair (1870-1939).
Literature
The J. Insley Blair Collection of Chinese Porcelain, New York, 1925.
Condition
The vase is in good condition with only expected minor wear to the enamels and surface consistent with age and use. There are three small firing tears across the unglazed foot ring.
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.
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.