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TWO FAMILLE-ROSE 'HUNDRED BATS' BOTTLE VASES GUANGXU MARKS AND PERIOD |
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Height of taller 15 1/2 in., 39.4 cm
each globular body and waisted neck enameled with myriad soaring bats in iron-red amidst ruyi-shaped multicolored cloud scrolls, the ribbed shoulder with a band of alternating stylized lotus and shou characters, all between a band of pendent ruyi-heads below the mouth and a band of lotus lappets above the foot, the base with a six-character mark in iron red (2)
Condition
One vase with a drilled hole to the base and restored breaks to the top half of the neck and rim. The other vase with an approx. 11 cm long crack running down from the mouth. Both with light wear to the enamels and gilding.
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.