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A RARE AND UNUSUAL CLOISONNE FAN-SHAPED BOX AND COVER MING DYNASTY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Porcelain
the cover decorated with two dragons confronting a shou character above crested waves, the sides with detached florets, all reserved on a bright turquoise ground within gilded borders (2)
Provenance
Spink & Son Ltd., London, 1947.
Collection of J. Lionberger Davis (1878-1973).
Estate of G. Vietor and Maude O. Davis.
Collection of J. Lionberger Davis (1878-1973).
Estate of G. Vietor and Maude O. Davis.
Condition
There are some minor wear and small losses to the enamels and the gilding, but otherwise in overall good condition.
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.