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A GILT-DECORATED POWDER-BLUE GROUND ROULEAU VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- 44.5 cm, 17 1/2 in.
the cylindrical body decorated with eight shaped cartouches enclosing either qilin, birds and flowers, or 'Hundred Antiques', all against chrysanthemum scrolls, the neck with shou (longevity) characters
Provenance
Collection of Earl Morse.
Weisbrod Chinese Art Ltd, New York.
Christie's Hong Kong, 1st December 2010, lot 3202.
Weisbrod Chinese Art Ltd, New York.
Christie's Hong Kong, 1st December 2010, lot 3202.
Literature
Hugo Munsterberg, The Arts of China, Vermont and Tokyo, 1972, cover and pl. 100.
Condition
The vase has a long star crack with minor loses from the base of the neck extending down to the lower section. There is typical surface wear to the gilt decoration, as well as original imperfections such as firing lines and burst bubbles.
"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."