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A UNDER GLAZE BLUE, COPPER-RED AND CELADON-GLAZED 'HORSES' BEAKER VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 44 cm, 17 3/8 in.
modelled in the form of the archaic gu, decorated with the eight horses, their coats painted in underglaze blue, underglaze red, and white slip, all reserved against a celadon-green glazed ground, the base with a leaf motif in underglaze blue
Provenance
A private Northumberland collection, acquired in the 1960s to early 1970s.
Condition
There is restoration to the upper section of the vase covering an area until right above the middle protruding section (approx. 18 cm down from the rim). There are fritting to the rim. Minor firing imperfections include burst bubbles and iron spots.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."