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Grand vase en bronze doré et émaux cloisonnés Dynastie Qing, fin de l'époque Qianlong-époque Jiaqing
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
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Description
- Gilt-bronze and cloisonné enamel
la panse globulaire se resserrant en un long col en trompette flanqué de deux anses ajourées en bronze doré en forme de chilong, entièrement décoré de chauves-souris en vol dans diverses positions contre des nuages stylisés, parmi un dense réseau d'entrelacs chargés de fleurs de lotus épanouies et de feuilles lobées sur fond turquoise, le tout reposant sur un pied évasé
Provenance
Acquired in China by the great-grand-uncle of the present owner between 1902 and 1904, an eminent French diplomat.
Thence in the family by descent.
Thence in the family by descent.
Condition
The vase is heavily cast and decorated. There is a ca. 5x5cm large shallow bruise to the side of the vase with associated loss to the enamels. There is a ca. 2cm large area of loss to the enamels on the lower part of the neck of the vase. Overall very light wear to the gilding of the handles, foot and rim.
"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."