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A CHINESE BLUE AND WHITE PUNCHBOWL |
Estimate
400 - 600 GBP
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Description
- 16.5cm. high, 41.3cm. diameter; 6½in., 1ft. 4¼in.,
painted with birds and insects amongst rocks and flowers including hydrangea and peonies, together with an English glass punch ladle, early 18th century
Literature
Inventory of the Property of Guy O. Smith at Shottesbrooke Park, 1928, vol. II, possibly 'Tea House / Blue and White Oriental Bowl'
Condition
There is a hairline crack to the rim (approx. 9.8 cm), as well as surface scratches, light rim fritting and firing imperfections, including glaze pulls and firing crack.
"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."