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AN YIXING TEAPOT AND COVER QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD
Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
the body modelled in the form of multiple vertical stems of bamboo, set to one side with a similarly modelled spout and to the other with a loop handle, the flat cover with a leafy twig finial
Provenance
Jeffrey Hedley Collection.
Literature
Transactions of the Oriental Ceramics Society, Vol 14, 1936, Yi-Hshing Ware, pl 37e.
Condition
The crisply moulded teapot and cover are in good overall condition with the exception of some nibbless to the underside of the tip of the spout, a 7mm., chip to the flange of the cover, tiny nibbles to the edge of the cover and a 5mm. wide flake to the edge of the cover.
"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."