Lot 310
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A PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT ARMORIAL SHELL-FORM DISHES, QING DYNASTY, JIAQING PERIOD, CIRCA 1815 |

Estimate
700 - 1,000 USD
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Description

  • width 9 1/2 in.; 24.1 cm
each decorated in the center with the arms of Nelson

Condition

One dish with one firing line and the other dish with two firing lines, overall with wear to the gilding, as illustrated in the catalogue. Both with minor firing imperfections and minor wear to the surface.
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.

Catalogue Note

For the arms see David Sanctuary Howard, Chinese Armorial Porcelain, Vol. I, London, 1974, p. 784, X4.