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Lot 457
  • 457

A PAIR OF FAMILLE-VERTE OVOID JARS QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • porcelain
  • 22.5cm., high
each brightly enamelled around the exterior with a ram and a hound divided by a bird in flight, all within a rocky landscape, the shoulder with cusped panels enclosing birds and animals reserved on a trellis-diaper band, later pierced wood covers,

Provenance

L. Wannieck, Paris (according to label on one).
Paul Bridgeman (according to label on one).
Christie's London, 12th May 2009, lot 178.

Condition

The jars are in good condition with the exception of frits and minor chips to the rim, slight scratches to the surface, and minor firing imperfections including firing lines, burst bubbles and iron spots for both. One jar has a small area of brown adhesions between the pine trees, and an area of minor glaze pooling next to it (approx. 2 cm).
"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."