A PAIR OF CHINESE TURQUOISE AND AMBER-GLAZED GARDEN STOOLS LATE MING DYNASTY |

each of barrel form, the top pierced with a cash medallion, the rim modeled with drapery and hanging tassels glazed in amber, the mid-section with four pierced lion mask handles

One with a long crack with associated restoration and overpainting rising from the foot and curving half way up the stool measuring approx. 17 in. (38.1 cm). The other with a Y shaped star crack to the lower third of the stool, with the longest prong measuring approx. 6 in. (15.3 cm), and 1 more hairline rising from the foot measuring approx 6 3/4 in. (17.1 cm). There are significant patches of glaze flaking to one section of this stool, with the largest area measuring approx. 3 1/2 in. by 1 1/2 in. (8.9 by 3.8 cm). Both with some losses to the bottom molded florettes and some losses to the eyebrows and noses of the lion mask handles. Both with scattered chips and pitting particularly to the lower halves. Both tops with abrasion to the glaze.
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.