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A GILT-DECORATED FAMILLE-ROSE PUNCH BOWL QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain and wood stand
- 38.5cm diameter
the deep rounded sides supported on a tapered foot, the exterior ornately decorated with two large foliate cartouches enclosing ladies, attendants and other figures in a garden landscape with deer and trees, divided by smaller cartouches variously decorated with birds, riverside landscapes, and European figures with animals, all reserved on a dense ground of gilt foliate scrolls, the interior painted with flowers, Buddhist finger citron and peapods, the rim encircled by a spearhead border, wood stand
Provenance
Acquired prior to 1940.
Condition
The punch bowl is in very good condition with the exception of minor surface wear, rubbing to the gilding and minor glaze firing imperfections.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."