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A Chinese large blue and white teapot and cover and four small ovoid teapots and covers Ming dynasty, circa 1640
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
- 4 teapots: 10cm height
the larger teapot of ovoid form with overstrung handle and painted with birds amongst peony, bamboo and rockwork, the smaller teapots painted with insects amongst flowering branches of peony and rockwork
Provenance
The Hatcher Collection; sold Christie's Amsterdam March and June 1984
Condition
The upright handle of the largest teapot has been broken and re-stuck. All five teapots are in overall good condition with some degradation to the glaze. Some of the covers with fritting to the interior. The larger teapot with some adhesions to the base and spout.
"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."