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A GROUP OF HAIR ORNAMENTS QING DYNASTY, CIRCA 1800
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gold
comprising four silver-gilt ornaments each in openwork design of a five-petalled flower head surrounded by leafy foliate scrolls and studded bosses; and a pair of gold diadems worked with a radiating comb of triangular finials surmounted by peony flower heads, secured with wire work detail
Condition
The four ornaments show overall rubbing to the silver-gilt, deposits of verdigris, and general darkening due to oxidation. The pair of diadems has a layer of calcified deposits on the combed structures with traces of verdigris and appears slightly darkened due to oxidation.
"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."