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Lot 165
  • 165

Verseuse en argent ciselé et repoussé Chine, dynastie Qing, fin du XIXE siècle

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 EUR
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Description

  • silver
de forme hexagonale, chaque face à décor de paysages animés de personnages, oiseaux dans des bambous et dragons, l'anse en forme d'un dragon à cinq griffes, le fretel reprenant une tête de dragon identique, un blason incisé d'un aigle en-dessous du bec arrondi, une inscription dédicatoire datée 1881 et poinçon de l'orfèvre Wang Hing à la base

Condition

The silver ewer is in very good overall condition with some expected very light scratches.
"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."

Catalogue Note

The inscription incised on the base reads 'Flag's Captain's Cup. Presented by Capt : R. E. Tracey. H. M. S. "Tron Duke" all Comers Sailing Race. China Cruising Squadron Regatta. Yokohama, Septr 1881. won by Lt Com'mander The Honble F. Landilands'.