Lot 1089
  • 1089

A PAIR OF HEXAGONAL CELADON-GLAZED 'BAMBOO' GARDEN STOOLS 20TH CENTURY |

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description

  • Height 18 7/8  in., 48.2 cm
each of barrel form, the sides ribbed and incised with notches and stylized leaves to imitate bamboo, the rim with two further 'stalk'-form bands, the center of the top pierced with a 'cash' symbol, covered overall in a seagreen-colored glaze; together with a famille-rose decorated 'lotus' barrel-form garden stool (3)

Provenance

Acquired in China during the first half of the 20th century, and thence by descent.

Condition

One with a firing crack to the base. The other and the famille-rose garden stool appear to be in overall good condition. All three with general surface wear and minor firing imperfections.
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.