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A PAIR OF 'FAMILLE-VERTE' BISCUIT FIGURES QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
each modelled standing on a green, yellow and aubergine splashed base, the hands raised elegantly to the front, dressed in gilt and brightly coloured loose fitted robes flaring at the bottom, the head slightly lifted and turned to the right, the jovial face surmounted by a rounded cap topped with red plumes and suspending a long braid falling on the shoulder
Provenance
Mallie & Co., Paris.
Condition
Both figures with their caps and arms restored with extensive overspray. Minor glaze firing imperfections such as iron spots, burst glaze bubbles and short firing cracks etc.
"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."