Rince-pinceaux en porcelaine de la famille verte à fond jaune Chine, dynastie Qing, marque et époque Kangxi (1662-1722)

circulaire aux bords allant en s'évasant, à décor d'une chimère sur un rocher émergeant de flots tumultueux entourée de cartouches abritant pierre sonore et livres dans des cartouches sur fond de croisillons, le pourtour extérieur à décor des huit objets précieux bajixiang sur fond de vagues stylisées, marque à six caractères en bleu sous couverte à la base ; égrenure

Christie's New York, 14^th September 2009, lot 375

A 5mm flake to the rim ; some burst air bubbles, small iron spots and firing impurities to the yellow ground inside (showing on the illustration in the catalogue) ; light scratches to the glaze but overall the brush-washer is in good condition. The actual colours are warmer with a slightly darker yellow than illustration would suggest 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."