Lot 34
  • 34

A PAIR OF CLOISONNE ENAMEL TAZZAS QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

each with detachable shallow dished body , brightly decorated to the underside with four bats amidst leafy lotus strapwork and below a ruyi band at the rim, the interior gilded, all supported on a tall spreading ribbed stand with lotus, pendent stiff leaf and ruyi bands

Condition

The tazza are in very good overall condition with only small areas of re-touching to flaking enamels at the rim of one dish (circa 10 x 0.5cm.) and to the rim of one stand (2 x 0.5cm), charcateristic pitting to the enamel and minor rubbing and scratches to the gilding.
"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."