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TWO CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN FAMILLE-ROSE CANDLE HOLDERS IN THE FORM OF A DOG AND AN ELEPHANT QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- length of largest 10 1/2 in.
- 26.7 cm
Together with a Chinese celadon-glazed Longquan-style box and cover in the form of a mythical beast, 18th/19th Century. 3 pieces.
Condition
The dog candlestick holder - the candle stick holder is broken into several pieces and restored approximately 1 3/4 in. long. The tip of the left ear has been broken and restored. The elephant candlestick holder - the candlestick holder attachment is missing. There is a minor chip and approximately 1/4 in. chip around the rim edge. The left ear, two tusks and trunk have been restored. The saddle cloth has been broken and restored to one side. The mythical beast box and cover has a minor glaze chip to the box under the tip of the tail.
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.