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A CHINESE 'FAMILLE-VERTE' BOTTLE VASE KANGXI PERIOD, EARLY 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
- Height: Approximately 17 inches
the bulbous body painted with Buddhist lions and brocade balls below a slender neck, now mounted as a lamp
Condition
There is old yellowed and flaked restoration to one side of the neck extending down approx 5 inches. It presumably covers a long crack and break to the rim. There are several discolored stress lines in the glaze around the lower body. The foot is covered by a wood mount so not possible to see the condition. The base has been drilled.
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.