A CHINESE IMARI SHELL-SHAPED EWER AND BASIN QING DYNASTY, YONGZHENG PERIOD

the ewer of nautilus shell shape, supported on a knopped stepped foot, set with a large scroll handle, the fluted exterior painted with bérainesque and foliate motifs, the scallop-shaped basin raised on three spiral feet and similarly decorated

Sotheby’s London, 7th November 2007, lot 345.

The ewer has restoration to the handle where it meets the body in the upper and lower sections, as well as a to its central section. There is an area of restoration to the rim to the left side of the handle and to the area above the splayed foot and to the knop above this. There is rubbing to the gilding in various areas. The basin has restoration to the first four lobes (from the right) of the scalloped rim, as does the 7th, 8th and 11th. There is also a number of areas of rubbing to the gilding to the basin.
"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."