Lot 350
  • 350

A CLOISONNE ENAMEL VASE QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • cloisonne
the pear-shaped body rising from a spreading foot to tapering shoulders and a garlic neck, decorated with a band of lotus scrolls on a turquoise ground, between a thin band of ruyi, the shoulders with a band of descending leaves on a dark blue lotus scroll ground, below a further band of lotus to the neck 

Condition

The vase is in good condition with the exception of rubbing to the gilded decoration on the rim, foot and shoulder.
"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."