Lot 478
  • 478

TWO CHINESE EXPORT FAMILLE-ROSE JARDINIERES QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
1,400 - 1,800 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • height of the first 13 in.; height of the second 12 1/2 in.
  • 33 cm; 31.7 cm
one painted with birds on peony branches flanked by Foo dog handles, and the other with flowering branches.

Condition

The first: there is one section of the rim which has been restored and overpainted, with associated crackling in the glaze. There is a star crack to the side of the body, and chips to the enamels overall, areas of yellow staining and surface wear. The second: broken and repaired.
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.