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A rectangular cinnabar lacquer box and cover 18th century
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- lacquer
together with a hexagonal shaped cinnabar lacquer container (5cm. x 6cm. x 6cm.)
Condition
The rectangular lacquer box and cover is in reasonable condition, with some chips along the rims of the box and the cover, the largest measuring 1.5x0.3cm. There is a 4cm C-shaped crack to one long side, and an adjacent 1.5cm crack next to it. The top of the cover has a small area of loss to the bottom left of the central medallion. There are minor nibbling along the extremities.
The lacquered ceramic vessel is in overall good condition with the exception of rubbing to the extremities and surface wear.
"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."