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AN IRON-RED AND GILT-DECORATED 'SHUANGXI' VESSEL, DOU QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 HKD
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Description
- w. 19.5 cm, 7 5/8 in.
the rounded bowl supported on a splayed hollow foot, the exterior decorated with four gilt shuangxi (double happiness) characters interspersed with lotus, the foot with pendent leaves, the interior and base enamelled turquoise
Condition
The stem bowl is overall in good condition. There is some rubbing to the gilding and the iron-red enamel (as visible on the photos). There is some expected surface scratches to the interior and a few flakes to the turquoise enamel on the interior of the foot.
"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."