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A CHINESE EXPORT SILVER CUP AND COVER, KHE CHEONG, CANTON, CIRCA 1840-70 |
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- marked on base with maker's mark and pseudo hallmarks
- silver
- height 15 3/4 in.
- 40 cm
shaped circular base with border of shells and scrolling foliage, openwork stem of fully-modeled bamboo and dragons, the lower body embossed and chased with bamboo, bamboo-form handles, the matching cover with figural finial
Condition
interior with traces of gilding, a split in one of the applied bamboo branches from handle, otherwise 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.
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.