Lot 109
  • 109

A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE TEAPOTS AND COVERS QING DYNASTY, YONGZHENG PERIOD

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
each with a globular body supported on a straight foot, with an upright loop handle and a curved spout, painted to the exterior with leafy flowering branches of chrysanthemum and camellia, the slightly domed cover similarly decorated

Provenance

Collection of F. Bodenheim, Amsterdam.

Condition

Both in good general condition. One with a 5mm firing chip to inner rim; the other with a short firing crack to the inner rim (2mm) and a burst air bubble to finial of cover. Both with wear to the gilding to the spout.
"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."