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A PAIR OF CANTON ENAMEL TEA CANNISTERS QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- canton enamel metalwork
each of rectangular section with gently concave sides and cusped corners, decorated with Rococo-style borders incorporating lace, flowers, foliage and butterflies
Provenance
Collection of John Smith, United Kingdom (according to label).
Condition
One cannister has a repaired base. There are touch-ups around the base of the neck, rims and one side. The other cannister with touch-ups around the base of the neck, rims, two shoulders, one side and patches to the lower section. There are minor chips to the foot rim. Both covers have touch-up to the sides.
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.
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.