Vase en porcelaine de la Famille Rose de Canton Chine, XXe siècle

à décor d'objets de lettrés dans des médaillons en réserve sur fond rose (monté en lampe), avec deux personnages en porcelaine bleu blanc, cachet à la base

Please note that this condition report was made on September 5th 2016 inside Robert de Balkany's hôtel rue de Varenne; this lot will be shipped to Sotheby's galleries before the exhibit and the sale. The vase is in overall good condition. It has been mounted as a lamp, and not inspected without the mount. Firing cracks are visible on the handles. There are some losses and wear to the enamels, especially on the rim. There is a brownish layer of dust overall. The pair of blue and white figures is in good overall condition. Both have firing cracks on the drum, with some wear to the enamel, especially to the blue. The face is left unglazed. There is some dirt overall.
"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.
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