Lot 191
  • 191

A CHINESE EXPORT FLUTED OVAL SOUP TUREEN, COVER AND STAND Circa 1765

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • porcelain
each piece painted in famille-rose, gilt and iron-red with various floral sprays and fruits including peaches, pomegranates, and finger citrons.

Condition

Cover: There is a 3/4 inch old chip to the flange of the cover. The gilding on the knop is almost entirely rubbed away. The tureen: there is a very shallow chip under one handle and two very minor less than 1/4 inch shallow rim chips. The stand: the rim of the stand is heavily fritted and ther eis some patches of fritting around the cavetto.
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.