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A GILT-BRONZE CLOISONNE ENAMEL HOOKAH BASE QING DYNASTY, 17TH/18TH CENTURY
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gilt-bronze cloisonne enamel
the bell-shaped body surmounted by a knopped stem, brightly decorated with undulating lotus scrolls reserved on a turquoise ground, skirted around the foot with florets and leafy scrolls, the shoulder collared with stylised shan and lappet bands, the knop with matching decoration and a hole at the top for attachment to hookah pipes
Condition
The hookah base shows areas of enamel loss and subsequent re-filling particularly evident round the shoulders and the collar. There are in general pitting to the enamelling and tiny pinprick burst air bubbles.
"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."