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A DOUCAI-DECORATED POWDER-BLUE ROULEAU VASE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
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the cylindrical body sweeping to a tall neck encircled by a collar and tapering slightly towards the galleried rim, reserved on the bright 'powder blue' ground with two figures in military dress conversing with a fisherman beside a tree, detailed in underglaze blue and doucai enamels, wood stand (2)
Provenance
Collection of Heber R. Bishop (1840-1902), and thence by descent.
Condition
There is a crack through the diameter of the base and extending upwards to the body approx. 4 cm. The polychrome enamels with a matt and speckled surface, possibly due to slight over firing. Some expected wear to the surface and minor firing imperfections.Please note that this lot includes a stand, frame or other component made from a type of Chinese hardwood, which, if exported, will require a CITES permit to leave the United States.
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.