Lot 303
  • 303

A FAMILLE-VERTE 'WILD FLOWERS AND INSECTS' BALUSTER VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • ceramics
painted around the sides with a continuous scene of garden rocks, wild flowers and insects, the neck decorated with flowers of the four seasons between decorative bands, all supported on an inset footring, the base with a double circle in underglaze blue

Provenance

Nathan Bentz, Santa Barbara, California, prior to 1940.
Collection of Edward H. Bennett (1874-1954), and thence by descent.

Condition

In good general condition. A 7 cm horizontal scratch to the lower body, across the rock work. Wear to the enamels elsewhere, the iron-red slightly rubbed in areas. The enamels slightly mis-fired.
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.
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