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A FINE AND LARGE PAIR OF GILT BRONZE MOUNTED SAMSON CHINESE STYLE FAMILLE ROSE ENAMELED PORCELAIN COVERED URNS Paris, late 19th century
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain and gilt bronze
- height 24 in.
- 61 cm
the underside of each vase with the Samson mark in red underglaze.
Condition
Overall in good condition and presentation. The gilt bronze mounts with surface dirt, wear and tarnishing. There is extensive green oxidation as visible in the catalogue illustration. Bronze mounts can be cleaned. Ceramic is in good condition with the usual minor pitting from firing.
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.