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A PAIR OF BLUE AND WHITE ‘LADIES’ EWERS AND COVERS QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
each of compressed globular form set with a loop handle and a curved spout, the exterior moulded and painted with petal lappets variously enclosing ladies in a garden and jardinières of flowers, all below leafy floral sprays, inscribed to the base with a yu character (jade) within a double circle, the domed cover similarly decorated with boys and flowers
Condition
There is one area of restoration to the rim of one ewer. fritting/chips to the footrims of both ewers and one has a 3mm diameter piece of kiln grit adhered to the side, below the rim.
"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."