

PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF ROBERT AND MAURINE MUNTZ
PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF ROBERT AND MAURINE MUNTZ
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PROPERTY FROM THE COLLECTION OF ROBERT AND MAURINE MUNTZ
The 'grasshopper' bottle: With an old polished chip to the mouth, and a few scattered minor chips to the craving. The foot ring and the reverse with imperfections likely from following the natural contour of the stone. The base with an adhered label.
The 'coin' bottle: With minute chips along the interior of the mouth and minor wear throughout. The foot ring possibly with minute polished chips as there is a slight contouring. The base with a collection number noted in black pen.
The globular bottle: With minor abrasions and light wear around the mouth and foot. The base with a collection number noted in black pen.
The banded agate bottle: With minor surface wear. The stone with natural metallic fleck inclusions.
The jade bottle: With minor wear. The stone with inclusions and natural fissures. The base pierced for a cord. With museum putty adhesive traces and an old label affixed.
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.
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