- 4138
AN UNUSUAL CHINESE EXPORT FAMILLE-ROSE FIGURAL CANDLESTICK GROUP CIRCA 1760
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- cereamics
- Height: 12 inches
modeled as a female figure holding a vase forming the candleholder, attended by a small boy holding a square faux-bois box, the top pierced with apertures for ink and quills.
Condition
The candleholder and both her hands are made up replacements. The restoration is old and deteriorated.
The inkwell is lacking its cover.
There are restored losses to the ribbon beneath her hands. There is a small chip and losses to the applied leaves and grass on the base.
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.
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.