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A set of six Chinese blue and white `Nanking Cargo' bowl-shaped jugs circa 1750
Estimate
600 - 800 GBP
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Description
- 9cm. high, 21cm. wide; 3½ in., 8¼ in.
decorated with river and lake scenes with pavilions against a hilly background, minor variations to decoration, and dimensions
Provenance
Christie's Amsterdam, `The Nanking Cargo Chinese Export Porcelain and Gold, European Glass and Stoneware', 28 April-2 May 1986, lots 4022 and 4051
Condition
Good overall condition. Feint cracks to two bowls. One bowl with matt finish glaze
"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."
Catalogue Note
The form of these bowls relates to 18th century silver patterns and were likely copied in China from an English silver example.