Lot 1329
  • 1329

A PAIR OF HARDSTONE-PLANTED JARDINIERES 20TH CENTURY

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description

  • hardstone, ceramics, wood stand(rosewood dalbergia)
  • Width: 11 1/4 inches
each quadrilobed jardinière carved with lotus flowers, flanked by a pair of openwork lotus handles, the interior inset with metal branches issuing hardstone flowers and leaves, wood stands (4)

Provenance

Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York.

Condition

Both jardinières in overall good condition with only minor surface wear. The flowers in both mostly intact but with minor expected surface wear to the stone petals and leaves, a couple missing petals, and damage to some of the wire stamen. One with the "ground" of the potted flowers slightly loose in the jardinière. Please note that this lot includes a stand, frame or other component made from a type of Chinese hardwood, which, if exported, will require a CITES permit to leave the United States.
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.