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A PAIR OF DOUCAI BOXES AND COVERS QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD |
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 GBP
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Description
- Diam. 10.3 cm, 4 1/8 in.
each of circular shape, the flat covers finely painted with five bats in flight amidst multi-coloured billowing clouds around a central shou medallion, the straight sides with a matching border of five bats in flight alternating with multi-coloured clouds, repeated on the box, the bases and interiors enamelled turquoise
Provenance
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 29th October 2001, lot 519.
Condition
This pair of boxes and covers are in good condition, with the exception of a hairline to the rim of one cover (approx. 3 cm). There are also some very light surface wear, including rubbing and losses to the gilding, and extremely minor firing imperfections, including tiny glaze pulls.
"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."