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A set of three Chinese famille-verte dishes Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period
Estimate
1,500 - 2,500 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
each of octagonal section, the interior variously decorated with birds in a landscape with trees and flowers, framed by shaped panels enclosing fruiting and floral sprays, the rim encircled by a diaper band with shaped cartouches enclosing insects, similarly decorated to the exterior
Illustrated opposite.
Illustrated opposite.
Condition
For one dish, a section has been broken in half and re-attached, measuring approx. 22 cm by 7 cm. For a second dish, there is a hairline crack approx. 8 cm on one side, and four chips and one firing crack to the rim. There are two drilled holes at the base for hanging on all three dishes. There are also frits to the rim, loss to the enamel and general surface wear consistent with age for all.
"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."