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A PAIR OF 'FAMILLE-ROSE' CANDLESTICKS QING DYNASTY, JIAQING PERIOD
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
each stick of archaic 'gu' shape, brightly enamelled with lotus strapwork on yellow, green, pink and turquoise bands, set around the lower body with four blue-enamelled 'dragon' spandrels and all supported on an iron-red and gilt circular base set on four ruyi-shaped feet
Condition
Both candlesticks are in very good overall condition with the exception of a 3x1mm., enamel flake to the edge of one of the dragon spandrels, minor rubbing to the gilding and iron-red decoration, light glaze scratches and a tiny flake to the coral red enamel on the edge of one stand.
"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."