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A rare pair of Chinese Export porcelain wall trophies modelled as stag's heads 19th century
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
- height 21 3/4 in.
- 55.3 cm
painted in underglaze-blue, naturalistically modelled with detachable antler tips, later mounted on wood plaques.
Provenance
Christie's New York, January 25, 2000, lot 106
Condition
Please note that the stags' heads have not been examined beneath the wooden mounts. The heads appear to be in good condition.
The end sections of the removable antlers; one is restored through and at the end; another one has a small chip to the base. Otherwise in good condition.
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.