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A PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN FIGURES OF CRANES, LATE 18TH/EARLY 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- ceramics
- height 17 1/2 in.
- 44.5 cm
Provenance
Jules Speelman, London;
Important French Furniture from the Collection of Dr. Alexandre Benchoufi, Sotheby's New York, November 9, 2006, lot 39
Important French Furniture from the Collection of Dr. Alexandre Benchoufi, Sotheby's New York, November 9, 2006, lot 39
Condition
One crane has restoration to its neck, possibly covering a break and some touch ups to its plum. The other has its beak restored and its neck also restored, possibly covering a break.
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.