Paire de tabourets de jardin en porcelaine bleu blanc Chine, dynastie Qing, XVIIIE siècle

de forme octogonale légèrement renflée, le dessus décoré de médaillons ajourés sur fond de fleurs de lotus, la panse de lotus, rinceaux et lambrequins, les bords soulignés d'une frise de grecques

Both in good overall condition One with a 5.5cm crack through the body and a radiant pronged crack inside above left on one side of the pierced medallion ; old wears and scratches to the surface as expected ; a few air bubbles and minor imperfections to the glaze ; the tone of the blue is somewhat more cobalt and the white ground is slightly more bluish than the catalogue illustration would suggest.
"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.
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