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A Chinese export painting of musicians in an interior Chinese School, circa 1820
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- A seated couple in an interior with attendant, a temple seen through a window
- Oil on canvas
- 17¼in by 23in
oil on canvas, painted with a lady standing by the curtain looking at a male musician with a gong and a female musician playing the pipa, all set in an interior with wall hangings and a large window, mounted and framed
Provenance
Mallets at Bourdon House Ltd., August 2002.
Condition
Not inspected outside its frame: There is a network of crackle across the painting surface, with possibly some minor repainting to stabilise the cracks. There is a very small light stained area near the foot stool of the male musician. The painting is in general very good condition.
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"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."