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A CANTON ENAMEL 'EUROPEAN SUBJECT' SAUCER DISH QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
300 - 500 USD
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Description
- ceramics
- Diameter: 4 1/2 inches
painted to the interior with a lobed panel of Saint Joseph and the Christ Child under a pine tree, reserved on a dense ground of composite floral scrolls, the base with a floral medallion
Provenance
Collection of K.R. Malcolm (1908-1984).
Alistair Sampson Antiques Ltd, London, 20th October 1994.
Alistair Sampson Antiques Ltd, London, 20th October 1994.
Condition
The rim and side dented and repaired (in this area there is some over-painting to the interior, and it is sprayed approx. 9 cm). Hairline cracks throughout the glaze and enamels, one chip to the interior (diameter approx. 5 mm), and chips and frits all around the rim and footring. The rim and footring bound in metal.
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.
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.