A GROUP OF FIVE 'BLANC-DE-CHINE' LIBATION CUPS, 17TH / 18TH CENTURY

comprising a magnolia form cup, the sides with flowering prunus and magnolia in relief, gilt metal rim and handle; together with two similar cups decorated with magnolia; and two steeply sided cups decorated with prunus

Mounted Cup: Rim chip beneath mount; minor firing crack across footrim Magnolia Cup 1: Minor rim frit Magnolia Cup 2: Two cracks from rim; rim ground approximately 2cm; small piece of appliqué flower restuck Prunus Cup 1: 2 lacquer repaired rim chips and 1cm crack from rim Prunus Cup 2: 1 lacquer repaired rim chip; 1 small rim chip ; minor firing cracks
"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."

For gilt bronze mounted libation cups see P.J. Donnelly, Blanc de Chine, the Porcelain of Tehua in Fukien, London, 1969, pl. 5A.