Lot 230
  • 230

THREE CHINESE EXPORT ARMORIAL PLATES, CIRCA 1743 |

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description

  • diameter 9 in.; 22.9 cm
en suite with the preceding lot, painted with the arms of Okeover

Provenance

Collection of Colonel Sir Ian Walker-Okeover, Bt., D.S.O.
Christie's London, March 3, 1975, lot 184 (three of 38 pieces)
Sotheby's New York, January 30, 1986, lots 302, 303 and 304

Condition

One in with a restored rim chip at 9 o'clock with minute nicks to the underside rim. The second with a restored rim chip at 6 o'cock. The last one with a restored crack to the rim, measuring approx. 1 1/4 in. and with an exposed rim chip and multiple restored rim chips. There is also an approx. 1 in. glaze line to the underside.
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.