- 823
A FAMILLE-ROSE 'FLOWER' VASE REPUBLICAN PERIOD, HONGXIAN MARK
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 HKD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- porcelain
painted around the body with luxuriant sprays of pink peonies and white hibiscus, a flowering branch of magnolia extending over the neck, all divided by pink-ground floral borders, the base inscribed with an iron-red four-character Hongxian mark
Provenance
Sotheby’s London, Olympia, 13th June 2003, lot 530.
Condition
The vase is in overall good condition. There are expected firing imperfections, including pin-prick air bubble to the glaze, occasional losses or bubbling to the enamels, more visible in one area on the pink ground band around the collar, tiny glaze gaps or iron spots.
"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."