- 639
AN INSIDE-PAINTED ‘PEKINESE DOG AND DOVES’ SNUFF BOTTLE YE ZHONGSAN, DATED 1927
Estimate
28,000 - 35,000 HKD
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Description
- Crystal
flanked on each side by a simulated three-ring chain, intricately painted in vivid colours, one side with a frolicking Pekinese dog, the other with two doves perched on rockwork
Provenance
Collection of John Fell Ruckman (1901-1965), Pennsylvania.
Collection of Charles V. Swain, thence by descent.
Collection of Charles V. Swain, thence by descent.
Condition
The bottle is in overall good condition. There are minor nicks to the edges, including the rim and the handles, as well as minor polished down areas to the handles and foot, possibly to conceal earlier nicks. There are expected scratches and abrasions from wear and some fading to the painting. The catalogue illustration is brighter than the actual colour of the bottle.
"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."