Lot 3649
  • 3649

A FAMILLE-ROSE 'LANDSCAPE' SCREEN QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD

Estimate
280,000 - 350,000 HKD
bidding is closed

Description

  • ceramic
the porcelain panel of rectangular form, delicately painted in subtle pastel shades with two figures at the foreground of a wondrous idyllic landscape setting with naturalistically rendered towering trees and mountainous cliffs, the tranquil landscape with intricately painted floral blossoms of various colours, the calm waters framed by small architectural kiosks and pavilions, elaborate carved wood stand

Condition

The porcelain plaque is in fair condition with minor glaze flakes to the rocks in the lower right corner and loss of white enamel to the pavilions, firing impurities and burst bubbles dotted overall but concentrated to the top and lower edges of the plaque, which sits loosely in the frame which has damage to the mounts. The stand has some damage and restoration to the apron and underside with restoration to one foot with the insertion of a pin.
"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."