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A FAMILLE-VERTE 'ZHANG XIAN' BRUSHPOT QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- porcelain
painted with the protector of children with his bow, ready to defend the boys around him from approaching disease, represented by the creature approaching in the clouds
Provenance
Cuthbert S. Wilkinson, London.
Sydney L. Moss, London, 1964.
Ralph Stillman, New York.
Sydney L. Moss, London, 1964.
Ralph Stillman, New York.
Condition
In overall good condition. There are some scattered burst air bubbles on the rim, the interior and exterior of the brushpot. There is also the expected minor wear to the enamels. The green enamel has fired with a matte surface.
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.