Lot 116
  • 116

A PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT 'TOBACCO LEAF' PATTERN OVAL PLATTERS circa 1770-80

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • length 13 9/16 in.
  • 34.4 cm
en suite with the three preceding lots. One with a chip beneath the rim.

Provenance

Sold, Sotheby's, London, November 3, 1987, lot 710
The Collection of Jaime Ortiz-PatiƱo, sold, Sotheby's, New York, April 25, 1998, lot 16

Condition

One with 13 small frits under the rim edge, one with a shallow 3/8 inch chip at 11 o'clock under rim, frits to upper edge.
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.

Catalogue Note

See the note to lot 113.