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A FAMILLE-VERTE BISCUIT HEXAGONAL JARDINIERE QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Diameter 11 1/2 in., 29.2 cm
the faceted sides enameled in bright greens, yellow and aubergine on a white ground with alternating phoenix and crane medallions divided by stylized clouds, surmounted by a flat rim painted with a lotus scroll band, all raised on tab feet, the base unglazed and with a small circular aperture, coll. no. 1310
Provenance
The Saint Louis Museum of Art, St. Louis, Missouri.
Christie's, New York, 30th March 2005, lot 384.
Christie's, New York, 30th March 2005, lot 384.
Condition
A restored body crack between two of the phoenix medallions. Restoration to rim frits. Overall with minor wear and minor glaze imperfections consistent with age and type.
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.