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A LARGE AND IMPRESSIVE 'FAMILLE-ROSE' BASIN QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
the tapering shallow sides rising from a flat base to an everted lipped gilt rim and all supported on four ruyi-shaped legs issuing from monster masks, brightly enamelled around the exterior with a floral mon band reserved on a sgraffiato blue ground and divided by a pair of dragon headed handles, the interior with floral sprays on a green ground
Condition
This basin is in good condition, but does have some scratching and wear to the interior. There is a 1.5cm diameter area of rubbed enamel to the centre of the interior. There is some wear to the enamel on the underside of the feet. There has been some re-touching to the gilding on the rim, handles and masks to the feet.
"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."