- 1035
A CAFE-AU-LAIT AND WUCAI 'FLORAL' CUP AND SAUCER QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- Diameter of cup 3 1/4 in., 8.3 cmDiameter of saucer 5 1/2 in., 14 cm
the thinly potted cup with fluted bell-shaped sides set over a straight foot, painted to the exterior with birds and flowers in polychrome enamels over a café-au-lait-glazed ground, the interior centered with an enameled floral medallion surrounded by underglaze-blue floral sprays beneath a chevron band at the rim, the saucer similarly decorated, the base of each with an underglaze-blue sprig within a double circle, Japanese wood box (4)
Condition
The cup with an approx. 0.5-cm restored chip to the rim, and a vertical discolored body line to the side, measuring approx. 1.2 cm long. The saucer with a minute frit to the rim and a very shallow flake to the underside of the rim (approx. 0.5 cm).
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.