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A Chinese Canton ivory tea caddy and cover, Qing dynasty, early 19th century,
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- ivory and silver
- 18cm wide
the rectangular body raised on four leaf scroll feet, carved to each side with a landscape panel reserved on a dense pierced and carved squirrel and grapevine ground, the hinged cover similarly carved with a ruyi-shaped landscape panel, the interior fitted with two square silver tea canisters, dated 1805-1817, marked AW for Arnoldus Wilot,
Provenance
Acquired in 2001
Condition
The caddy is in good condition with the exception of a tiny craft to the middle left side of the top panel, slight movement to the framing sides of the top panel, and partial loss to the front left and rear right foot. The key is missing.
"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."