Lot 210
  • 210

A pair of gilt-bronze mounted Chinese Export porcelain vases on later ebonized pedestals the vases Meiji period

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 USD
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Description

  • bronze, porcelain
  • height 34 in.
  • 86.5 cm
each with white glazed twin-dragon moulded form handles and set on laurel-cast and spreading gilt-bronze bases.

Condition

The bronze base of the vases in well cast and chased; losses and wear to dark grey and gilt-highlight glazed decoration of dragons; one vase with visible restoration to fluted neck and spreading rim and as a result visible overpainting.
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.
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