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A FINELY CARVED WHITE-GLAZED BRUSHPOT QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
of cylindrical form, carved with four square panels, each enclosing a mountain riverscape with sages greeting each other, observing lotus, washing paulownia trees and fishing in boats, all amid pine-forests and pavilions, the flat base with an inset depression enclosing the apocryphal Chenghua mark
Provenance
Compagnie de la Chine et des Indes, Paris, before 1950 (according to label).
Condition
There is an 8cm hairline from the rim on one side and a star crack on the base, but otherwise the overall condition is still quite good. The carving is clear and the glaze is clear with only a few minor iron spots.
"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."