Lot 507
  • 507

A Pair of Chinese Export Iron-red and Gilt Bowls 18th Century

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • porcelain
  • diameter 9 3/8  in.; 23.8 cm
each painted with alternating peony and leaf scrolls and lambrequin pendants.

Provenance

Sotheby's London, June 10-11, 1997, lot 751.

Condition

Both have wear to the enamels particularly to the interior, scattered small chips to the rim and each have a star-crack to the base. One crack is 3 1/2 by 2 1/2 in. wide and the other is 2 1/2 in. by 1 in. wide.
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.