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A PAIR OF LOUIS XVI STYLE GILT BRONZE-MOUNTED FAMILLE-VERTE VASES, THE PORCELAIN QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
6,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 13 1/2 in.
- 34 cm
Provenance
Christie's New York, October 15, 1988, lot 63
Condition
Each vase is in overall good condition, aside from being drilled at the base for mounting. Each cover is drilled at the top and has multiple restored breaks (one with staple repairs to the interior). The mount at the rim of one cover is detached. The mounts have minor expected wear to the gilt.
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.
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.