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A large pair of Chinese export cloisonné enamel vases Quing Dynasty, late 19th/early 20th century
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- height 35 3/4 in.
- 91 cm
each decorated with blossoming cherry trees, birds and iris blossoms.
Condition
Both in good condition. Visible corrosion to copper liners and to copper outline around enamel decor (mostly the branches). Both vases show stress and hairline craqueleur to enamel in many places. Some traces of white paint drops. One vase has a horizontal crack of approximately 1 inch to blue enamel around the neck and another beneath one branch.
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.