Lot 297
  • 297

TWO CHINESE FAMILLE-VERTE VASES, CIRCA 1900 |

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • height of vase 16 1/8 in.; 41 cm
one painted with birds in prunus branches, the other with ducks amongst lotus, each now drilled and mounted as a lamp

Condition

Both with rim ground, base drilled and lamped. One in otherwise good condition with some speckling and dryness to the glaze. The other with firing imperfections including lines to the glaze and body and a start crack to the body.
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.