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A set of seven framed Chinese export pith-paper paintings attributed to the Sunqua workshop Canton, circa 1860-1870
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- size of print 11 inches by 7 inches
- 28 cm by 17.75 cm
Each depicting flowers within silvered wood, ebonized and verre églomisè frames
Condition
In good overall 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.
Catalogue Note
For a similar set of eleven Chinese export watercolors with a blue silk ribbon border by Sunqua in the Victoria & Albert Museum, see Craig Clunas, Chinese Export Watercolours, Victoria & Albert Museum, 1984, pp. 74-76, 81. See also a set of twelve sold in these rooms, 3rd October 2008, lot 112.