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A pair of blue and white porcelain vases, Chinese, Kangxi (1662-1722), with gilt-bronze mounts, continental, probably Dutch, circa 1700
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain, gilt-bronze
- Haut. 22 cm, larg. 28 cm, height 8 1/2 in, width 11 in
a small crack inside a vase
Condition
Both vessels with the handle cut off and covered by the gilt-bronze mount. Both with overall wear to the surface. The mounts are fixed and have not been removed for inspection.
The vase on the left of the catalogue illustration with a very long crack in the shape of a spiral, visible inside and out, starting at the neck and extending into the well, with minor losses to the porcelain.
The vase on the right of the catalogue illustration with some minor firing flaws.
"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."