- 1791
A YIXING HEXAGONAL-FACETED SNUFF BOTTLE QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Glass
- Height 2 1/4 in., 5.7 cm
the flattened spherical body rising from a conforming foot to a cylindrical neck, three of the facets incised with flowering prunus branches, stopper (2)
Provenance
Collection of Margaret Polak.
A Canadian Private Collection.
A Canadian Private Collection.
Condition
In overall good condition with three minute flake chips to the foot and two minute chips to the interior of the mouth, otherwise with scattered minor abrasions and wear, and a few faint scratches.
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.