- 976
A WHITE GLAZED 'BAT AND PEACHES' TRIPOD CENSER AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- ceramic
- Height: 10 1/2 inches; 26.6 cm
the exterior molded with bats and peach boughs bearing large fruit, all against a dense cloud ground, the opening in the cover surrounded by two bats in flight (2)
Provenance
G. Malina, Inc., New York, 1975.
Condition
There are small nicks around the mouth rim, a horseshoe crack to the inside of one leg, and a glaze frit approximately 1 cm long to the side of the body. The edge of the wings of one bat on the cover has two spots where kiln grit appears to have come loose. Overall the surface has some burst glaze bubbles and specks of kiln grit.
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.