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A CHINESE EXPORT FAMILLE-ROSE 'FISHERMAN' PLATE CIRCA 1740
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Porcelain
Literature
Gordon, 1977, p. 76, pl. 60
Condition
There is a 2 ½ inch hairline crack running in from the rim at 12 o’clock. There is some stacking wear to the cavetto. Some of the gilding and enamel has been rubbed off at the rim border.
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.
Catalogue Note
The source of the design is a engraving by C. J. Visscher after a drawing by Abraham Bloemaert (1564-1651). Slghtly later versions exist in grisaille and rose camaieu. A famille-rose plate was sold in these rooms, January 21, 2000, lot 170.