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A CHINESE EXPORT SILVER PRESENTATION CUP AND COVER, KHE CHEONG, CANTON, CIRCA 1850 |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 54.6cm., 21 1/2 in. high total
in Gothic style; the waisted body chased with lattice strapwork panels between borders of anthemion leaf and shell borders, the cover similarly chased with a foliate gallery, the later finial modelled in brass as a Roman soldier, on a spreading shaped circular banded foot chased with foliage, wooden pedestal base
Condition
Good clear marks to rim of base. Some of the vacant panels to the body possibly erased. The finial a replacment. Gallery to cover slightly mishapen in places. Good gauge and condition otherwise.
"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."