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A Large 'Huanghuali' Brushpot (bitong) Qing dynasty, 18th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
the reddish-brown vessel of cylindrical form, with intense 'rivering', 'ghosting' and 'furring', the slightly recessed base centered by a plug, the interior and exterior surface with rich patina
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, 25th November 1986, lot 290.
Thereafter with the present owners.
Thereafter with the present owners.
Condition
In good overall condition with very nice patina. One very thin crack emitting from the foot ring later filled in with a barely noticeable splice, 2 1/2 inches long, associated with a very fine star crack one the base. Three additional negligible cracks to the base, the largest 2 1/4 inches long, another running up the side 3 1/4 inch. One old chip to the interior rim 1/4 inch long.
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.