Lot 105
  • 105

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."