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A FAMILLE-ROSE EWER AND BASIN QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- Porcelain
the ewer with cylindrical body rising from a short spreading foot to an angled shoulder and tall cylindrical neck, set to one side with a strap handle and to the other with an angular spout, brightly enamelled around the exterior with rocks issuing floral sprays between diaper bands, the basin similarly decorated
Condition
The ewer and basin are in good condition with the exception of a tiny glaze flake to the tip of the spout of the ewer, light rubbing to the gilded decoration on the band at the shoulder of the ewer, and a circa 12cm., wide five-pronged hairline star crack to the underside of the basin, partially visible on the interior.
"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."