Lot 72
  • 72

A set of seventy-one famille rose dishes and chargers Qing dynasty, Qianlong period

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description

  • smallest dishes: 23cm. diameter, largest chargers: 38.5cm. diameter.
each decorated with two birds perched on flowering branches, below shaped floral and foliate borders and cafĂ©-au-lait glazed rims, comprising: seventy-one dishes and chargers in various sizes together with four other famille rose saucers, with minor rim chips 

Condition

In overall good condition with some minor rim chips, minor wear to the painting, few plates with hairline cracks, one plate with larger chip and related loss to the underside. Comprising: 45 dishes (23cm. diameter), four dishes (24cm. diameter), six deep dishes (24.5cm. diameter), eight dishes (28cm. diameter), four chargers (32cm. diameter), one charger (35cm. diameter), three chargers (38.5cm. diameter), and four associated saucers (16.5cm. diameter).
"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.
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