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A PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT IMARI VASES CIRCA 1730
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- height of vase 14 1/4 in.
- 36.2 cm
each painted with pheasants perched on pierced rockwork amongst flowering peony branches beneath a lappet border, now mounted as lamps. Drilled.
Condition
There is an approximately 4-inch hair crack extending from the rim into the shoulder of one vase. There is a 6-inch fine haircrack extending diagonally across the shoulder of the other vase. Otherwise the vases are in generally good condition. Both vases have been drilled for electricity. The wood base of one is slightly loose.
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.