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A CARVED IVORY 'MAGPIE AND PRUNUS' VASE AND COVER QING DYNASTY
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Ivory
the flattened baluster body supported on a rockwork plinth, with gnarled flowering prunus branches rising up and extending across the body, the stepped cover surmounted by a cluster of blossoming and budding prunus
Condition
Two triangular areas (3 x 2cm and 2 x 2cm respectively) have been chipped off from the corners of the vase, as seen in the catalogue illustration. Near to the mouth rim with minor nicks and scratches, the top section of one prunus branch (circa 2cm) has been lost, the other two branches are loose with traces of glue remain in the points of attachment. There are two circa 4cm long missing sections and other minor chips and losses to the prunus twigs around the lower body of the vase. The ivory has age cracks (longest 5cm) and few natural nicks and is of a slightly warmer tone compared to the catalogue illustration.
"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."