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A LARGE PAIR OF CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL ARCHAISTIC BEAKER VASES, GU QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD |
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 35.5 cm, 14 in.
each of square section, the central swelling section rising from a high spreading foot to a tall trumpet neck, the four corners set with notched flanges, brightly enamelled to each side with a taotie mask between pendent and stiff leaf bands
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 6th November 2013, lot 127.
Condition
Apart from some characteristic pitting to the enamels, very minor malachite encrustations and wear to the gilt-bronze mounts and the surface throughout, this pair of vases is in very good condition.
"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."