Lot 476
  • 476

A very rare Cozzi miniature figure of a Chinese boy circa 1770

Estimate
2,500 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • 10cm., 3¾in.
wearing a long striped dress and flowered cloak, a leaf cap on his head (hand restored, flower missing from the other hand)

Condition

hand restored, flower missing from the other hand
"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.
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Catalogue Note

This figure appears to be unrecorded in the literature, though very similar figures from this series are illustrated by Francesco Stazzi, Le Porcellane Veneziane di Geminiano e Vincenco Cozzi, p. 216, pl. L III