- 97A
A CHINESE EXPORT FAMILLE-ROSE PUNCH BOWL CIRCA 1770
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- diameter 14 3/8 in.
- 36.5 cm
painted on the front or reverse with a bowknotted spray of flowers and smaller sprigs within a scroll-, floral- and foliate-edged oval panel and on the sides with similar foliate and shell-edged panels, the interior with a floral cluster beneath an elaborate border of trellis-, diaper- and scalework cartouches suspending floral garlands. Some restoration.
Condition
The entire rim has at least five areas, approximately measuring from 2-4 inches, of well-restored rim chips. Otherwise in good condition.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.