Lot 53
  • 53

A PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT FIGURES OF MONKEYS late 18th/early 19th century

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • height 7 3/4 in.
  • 19.7 cm
each modeled seated holding a peach in one paw, on a low rocky base picked out in blue, green and pink enamel.

Condition

Pair of Monkeys: Both 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.

Catalogue Note

A single monkey of similar form was sold at Sotheby's, London, November 18, 1998, lot 1109; and a pair was in The Garbisch Collection, sold by Sotheby's at 'Pokety Farms,' Cambridge, Maryland, May 22, 1980, lot 276.