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A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE 'FLOWER-BALLS' WINE CUPS AND WARMERS SEAL MARKS AND PERIOD OF DAOGUANG |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- 9.6 cm, 3 3/4 in.
each warmer with bulbous sides rising from a short straight foot to a gilt rim, painted with multi-coloured 'flower-balls' arranged asymmetrically and scattered throughout, surmounted by a cup with straight sides rising from a tapered foot to a flared gilt rim, the exterior similarly decorated, the base inscribed with a six-character seal mark in iron-red
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 28th November 1978, lot 273 (part lot).
Condition
This pair of wine cups and warmers is in very good condition, with the exception of some expected rubbing and losses to the gilding and enamels, some very light scratches and wear to the surface, and very minor firing imperfections, including some kiln dusts to the foots of the warmers..
"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."