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Grande bouteille en porcelaine imari Chine, dynastie Qing, XVIIIE siècle
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
piriforme, surmontée d'un haut col évasé, à décor de grandes pivoines bleues sous couverte sur un fond de rameaux fleuris rouge de fer et or, une guirlande à l'épaulement et une frise de lotus feuillagés autour du pied
Condition
With the exception of restoration to a 7mm drilled hole at the base and another on the lower section of the body; an S-shape hairline crack extending diagonally down the neck; some wear to the gilding; a 2mm burst glaze bubble inside the rim; expected pin head-size glazing imperfections overall; original nibbles to the foot; and overall surface scratching, this piece is in good condition. Please note that the colour of the body and cobalt is of a slightly greyer tone than illustrated 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. 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."
"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."