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A BLUE AND WHITE VASE, HU QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain painted in underglaze cobalt-blue
the broad pear-shaped body of rectangular section, flanked at the shoulders by a pair of loop handles, painted on each face in brilliant cobalt-blue tones with figurative scenes in idyllic landscapes within double line borders, each below a panel decorated with antiques, wood cover and stand
Condition
The hu vase has one of the handles restored, there is a circa 7cm hairline running across the two ladies to the side, and two chips (0.7 x 0.3cm and 0.4 x 0.3cm respectively) near the base of the hu. There is general rubbing of glaze and nibbling around the rectangular rim, and other glaze firing imperfections such as iron spots, burst glaze bubbles 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."