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A Green-Glazed 'Lotus' Incense Stand Six Dynasties
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- stoneware
the gently rounded sides rising from a short ring foot to an everted rim, moulded in high relief around the exterior with overlapping lotus petals and covered overall in a dark green glaze with silvery iridescent patina
Provenance
Collection of Mrs Blanco White Collection.
Jean-Claude Moreau-Gobard, Paris, 10th February 1960.
Jean-Claude Moreau-Gobard, Paris, 10th February 1960.
Exhibited
Loan Exhibition of Pre-Tang Wares, The Oriental Ceramic Society, London, 1953, cat. no. 100.
Condition
This rare stand is in very good condition with the exception of two small chips (circa 3 x 2mm) to the edges of two lotus petals.
"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."