Lot 135
  • 135

Paire de lions bouddhiques en porcelaine émaillée bleu clair-de-lune Chine, dynastie Qing, XVIII/XIXe siècle

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • 10 1/4 x 6 1/4 in, each approx.
chacun couchés, formant une paire, portant un collier à grelots, la gueule ouverte laissant apparaître les dents et la langue, recouvert d'un doux émail bleu clair-de-lune - canines manquantes et restaurations à l'oreille pour l'un 

Condition

On one: small chip on left ear, same on right (0.5cm approx each) One small chip on tail (0.5cm approx) Glaze frits on back left foot On the other: chips on left foreleg & back left leg Restoration on left ear (2x2cm) 2 "vampire" long teeth missing Chip on right ear On both, fine cracks on the base, intersection of legs, tail.
"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."