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A FINE CLOISONNE ENAMEL CANDLESTICK QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
the body of inverted bell shape, brightly decorated with lotus strapwork reserved on a turquoise ground between a gilt-bronze lotus-lappet band at the top and an enamel lappet band at the base, the vase-shaped stick with galleried sconce
Condition
There is a dent to one side of the base (approx 7cm long), with related large are of turquoise enamel loss above the base rim. There is a 3.5cm by 4mm area of turquoise enamel loss at the lower part of the body above the dent. The top cylindrical and galleried section are most likely later editions.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."