Lot 980
  • 980

THREE WHITE GLAZED PORCELAIN VESSELS 18TH / 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • ceramic
including a biscuit glazed censer of archaistic ding form with upright loop handles decorated with an incised archaistic band between raised horizontal ribs; and two Dehua rhinoceros horn-form cups (3)

Condition

The censer has restoration to two legs, both handles and the mouth rim. There are losses along the raised ridges encircling the body, and a chip under the mouth lip. One cup as some small chips around the rim, and both have some hairline cracks on interior, along with scattered burst bubbles, specks and minute gaps in the glaze.
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.