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A CLOISONNE ENAMEL AND GILT-BRONZE TRIPOD INCENSE BURNER QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Cloisonne (metal and enamel)
the compressed globular body rising from three short cabriole legs to a straight neck, the everted gilt rim set with a pair of simple loop handles, brightly enamelled around the body with lotus strapwork reserved on a rich turquoise ground, the base with an inscribed gilt tablet
Condition
The censer is in fair overall condition with the exception of restoration to the enamel on the waist of the body (3 x 2cm) and to the top of one leg, three tiny areas of enamel infill around the waist, enamel restoration around the rectangular mark, restoration to a circa 5cm line of enamel under the rim, minor rubbing to the gilding and short nicks and scratches to the rim and handles.
"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."