Lot 289
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A SMALL CLOISONNE ENAMEL AND GILT-BRONZE 'LOTUS' VASE QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • Cloisonne
  • 12.5 cm, 4 7/8  in.
the globular body supported on a spreading foot rising to a tall neck tapering towards the gilt rim, the body and foot divided by thin raised fillets, brightly enamelled with stylised lotus blooms borne on meandering leafy tendrils between ruyi bands, the neck encircled with an archaic band below further lotus blooms, all reserved on a turquoise ground

Condition

There is minor restoration to just below the rim and to a couple of minor areas to the sides.
"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."