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A CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL ‘LOTUS’ VASE, YUHUCHUNPING QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- cloisonne enamel
the pear-shaped body rising from a spreading foot to a waisted neck flaring at the rim, brightly decorated against a turquoise ground with meandering lotus scrolls arranged in four horizontal registers, the rim encircled by pendent ruyi heads and the foot with a lotus scroll
Condition
There are three areas of restoration to the lower sides of the body (9cm by 7cm, 12cm by 6cm and 12cm by 7cm). There are also areas of restoration under the rim and some other smaller areas throughout.
"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."