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Rare théière en grès Yixing et monture en bronze doré Chine, dynastie Qing, fin XVIIE/début XVIIIE siècle
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- stoneware
à pans coupés, chaque face décorée d'un dragon stylisé sur fond de grecques, la prise du couvercle en forme de dragon en bronze doré
Condition
The teapot is in overall good condition with the exception of the cover that is slightly wraped (as visible on catalogue illustration). The foot has been trimmed slightly more on one side so that is slightly leaning to one side (as visible on catalogue illustration). The actual color of the fired clay is a darker, more saturated brown, than the catalogue illustration suggests.
"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."
"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
Compare a Yixing teapot and cover of identical shape and design but with Dutch silver mounts, illustrated in William Sargent, Treasures of Chinese Export Ceramics from the Peabody Essex Museum, Salem, 2012, p. 227, cat.no. 09.