Lot 47
  • 47

A pair of Chinese Export porcelain 'Mandarin palette' baluster vases and covers circa 1785

Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
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Description

  • porcelain
  • height 14 1/2 in.
  • 36.8 cm

Condition

Both vases and covers have expected wear and loss to the gilding and enamels. One vase has two restored chips to the rim. One of the restored chips has an associated 1 ½ in. vertical hairline crack. One of the dragon handles has a restored head and the other handle has a restored tail. There is touch up to four of the small squirrels. The other vase has scattered frits to the rim. One of the dragon handles has a restoration to the head and the other handle has restoration to the dragon's ears. There is a chip to one of the squirrel's head and restoration to two other squirrels. One of the lion knops on the covers has been off and reattached. The other cover has a restored chip to the rim.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.