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A Chinese export silver canister, Cum Shing, Canton, circa 1880
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- Silver
- 23.5cm., 9 1/4 in. high
cylindrical form with lobed sides, embossed with alternating panels of birds in blossom trees, figural groups, rampant dragons and climbing bamboo and chrysanthemum, central initialled cartouche, each side applied with a grotesque winged mask carrying ring handles, cover embossed with dragons among clouds, terminating with a cast dragon and pearl finial, raised on four stylised bamboo bracket feet, gilded interior
Condition
Clear marks to underside. Good gilding patina to interior. Small loss to dragon paw on cover. In general light surface wear and good overall condition throughout.
"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."