十七世紀 犀角雕煮茶圖盃

of broad, shallow, oval form, the exterior carved and undercut with a pine branch growing out from the side of the cup extending into the interior to form the handle, beside a scholar seated at his desk in a rocky grotto, one attendant feeding a fish in a stream, while another heats water on a stove for tea, the interior further carved with rocks and pine

The pine tree on the interior of the spout has been restored. There are scattered splits and filled sections to the rim. There are scattered holes throughout.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

The carving of  the rocks and trees on the present lot, closely resembles the carving on a Kangxi period cup from the Edward & Franklin Chow collection, sold in our Hong Kong rooms, 8th April 2011, lot 2717.  The way the pine trees are rendered, with leaves that appear as if they were applied and incised is strikingly similar. Compare also a cup from the collection of Kenyon V. Painter, Cleveland, sold in these room, 19th March 2007, lot 380.