Lot 30
  • 30

A PAIR OF CHINESE EXPORT PORCELAIN ROSE-VERTE FIGURES OF BOYS CIRCA 1730

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • porcelain

Provenance

Collection of M.A.M. Feitz-Dreesman.
Christie's Amsterdam, December 8, 1998, lot 183.
Imperial Oriental Art, New York.

Condition

One figure has a 3/4 in. hairline or craze line running from the right ear to the lower cheek. There are scattered chips to the lotus flower and lotus leaf. There is fritting to the rim of the vase. The other figure has a frit and small chip to one lotus leaf. Both have expected wear to the gilding and scattered minor flakes to the enamels.
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.
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