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A polychrome-glazed stoneware jardinière stand Qing dynasty, 19th century
Estimate
800 - 1,200 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- glazed stoneware
the middle section pierced with shaped floral cartouches, all between overlapping trefoil leaves, the top pierced with a cash coin and the bottom moulded with lotuses, glazed in green, turquoise, blue and beige
Condition
The stand is in fair condition. There are losses to the foliate decoration, especially to the tips of the trefoil motifs. The base is broken and restored, with extensive infilled cracks and painted restoration. There is a 8.5 x 3cm restored chip to the rim at the top. The top of the stand has a 2.5 x 2.5cm circular area of firing flaw. There are general surface wear and other minor firing imperfections.
"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."
"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."