Lot 354
  • 354

A SET OF SIX FAMILLE-VERTE CUPS AND SAUCERS QING DYNASTY, YONGZHENG PERIOD

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
each modelled as a flower, the cup and saucers variously decorated with demi-chrysanthemum blooms borne on meandering leafy tendrils

Provenance

Joseph M. Morpurgo, Amsterdam, 22nd October 1991.

Condition

The cups and saucers are in good condition with the exception of a 2mm., wide rim chip to one saucer, two 1mm., wide rim chips and an associated 2cm., hairline rim crack to another saucer, a 3mm., rim chip to another saucer, a 1mm., wide rim chip to one cup, and minor rubbing to the gilded decoration on some of the rims.
"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."