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CHINESE DEHUA WHITE GROUP OF WESTERNERS AROUND A TABLE CIRCA 1700
Estimate
1,600 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- Height of figure group 5 5/8 in.
Together with a Chinese Dehua whistle, circa 1700, modeled with a Dutchman seated beside a peacock and a potted plant. 2 pieces.
Provenance
The figure group: Joseph Kindig, York, Pennsylvania.
The whistle: Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, August 18, 2001, lot 452.
The whistle: Northeast Auctions, Portsmouth, New Hampshire, August 18, 2001, lot 452.
Condition
Figure group - figure on far left is a made up replacement. Potted plant mostly chipped away. Very small chips to Dutchman's hat brim.
Whistle - chip to hat brim. Chip to top of whistle mouthpiece behind bird
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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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.