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A PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT BLUE AND WHITE VASES AND COVERS KANGXI PERIOD, 1662-1722
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
painted with ladies amongst flowering trees, the covers with boys at play, spurious Chenghua marks in underglaze-blue.
Provenance
Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York
Condition
Both covers have numerous restored chips to the rim. One jar has a 2 in. by 1 1/2 in. area of restoration to the rim covering probably a rim chip and hair crack. The restoration has been done well. The other jar is in good condition. Please note there are variations in the color of the blue, the shape and the execution of the decoration of the two jars.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.