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SEVEN CHINESE SANCAI-GLAZED 'SQUIRREL AND GRAPE' WATER DROPPERS, QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- length of longest 3 1/4 in.; 8.3 cm
each molded with the squirrel laying with legs tucked and an oval aperture cut into its back, a section of grape vine sprouting a large leaf and three fruits applied to the proper left side of the squirrel, the various elements glazed aubergine, yellow, and green. Together with a small aubergine and turquoise glazed peach-form box and cover and two stands. 11 pieces.
Provenance
Two pairs of water droppers:
Christie's, October 23, 1972 (according to Nelson A. Rockefeller Archive records) One pair of water droppers:
Antique Porcelain Co., London, 1973
Christie's, October 23, 1972 (according to Nelson A. Rockefeller Archive records) One pair of water droppers:
Antique Porcelain Co., London, 1973
Condition
The squirrels have minor chips and frits to the aperture, and restoration to some of the high relief / openwork features (particularly to the ears, stems, and tails) with associated overspray. The box has been broken in half and re-stuck.
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.