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A PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE 'DRAGON' JARS AND COVERS QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- The jars: 48.5 cm, 19 1/8 in.
each of baluster form, painted around the exterior with a pair of ferocious four-clawed dragons writhing amongst scrolling clouds, in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl', above a band of crashing waves at the foot, the rim painted with a border of lingzhi, the cover surrounded with a finial and decorated with scrolling clouds
Condition
The rim of the cover has a narrow line of approximately 11cm., wide that has been over-painted, some flaking and nibbles to the black lacquer on the rim of the box, a loss of the boys hair to the left side of his head, and minor nicks and scratches to the lacquer.
"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."