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A Chinese flambé-glazed baluster vase Qing dynasty
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- porcelain
- 14½in high
of baluster form with everted rim, the neck set with a pair of elephant handles, covered overall in a rich purplish red glaze streaked with lavender-blue, fitted wood stand
Literature
Crewe House, London, Inventory, 1913, p.77, in the Entrance Hall; [one of] A Pair of shaped 2-handled ware Vases covered with a mottled purple glaze, with spreading tops. 14½". high.
Condition
The rim extensively broken and restored, the broken pieces secured with tape to the interior. The foot with extensive shallow chips. The glaze with an overall subtle crackle and associated flakes, characteristic of the period. Minor surface scratches.
"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."