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A pair of gilt-bronze mounted Chinese celadon porcelain brush rests, partly 18th century
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- celadon porcelain, gilt-bronze
- Haut.15,5 cm; Height 6 1/4 in
as bamboo and lingzhi ; (the base later)
Literature
Literature references :
- J. Ayers, Chinese and Japanese works of art in the collection of Her Majesty The Queen, London, vol. II, 2017, p. 476, n. 1238-1239
- P. Kjellberg, Objets montés du Moyen Âge à nos jours, Paris, 2000, p. 58
- L. Scheurleer, Chinesisches und japanisches Porzellan in europäischen Fassungen, Brunswick, 1980, p. 335, fig. 328
- J. Ayers, Chinese and Japanese works of art in the collection of Her Majesty The Queen, London, vol. II, 2017, p. 476, n. 1238-1239
- P. Kjellberg, Objets montés du Moyen Âge à nos jours, Paris, 2000, p. 58
- L. Scheurleer, Chinesisches und japanisches Porzellan in europäischen Fassungen, Brunswick, 1980, p. 335, fig. 328
Condition
The illustration of the catalogue is accurate.
Both vases with small chips on the edges of the lingzhi. The mounts are glued and have not been removed for inspection.
The vase on the left of the catalogue illustration with a chip on the side of the foot that has been restored and repainted.
The vase on the right of the catalogue illustration with a ca. 2 x 1 cm area of restoration on the stem of the lingzhi.
Very decorative objects.
"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."
Catalogue Note
Since the 17th century, objects imported from Asia, especially celadons, were quite popular. Some, such as these brush holders, were then diverted from their initial use to be mounted by bronze artisans due to the initiative of decorative art dealers. The portrait of the Baron of Besenval by Henri-Pierre Danloux, in the collections at the National Gallery in London, illustrates perfectly this aristocratic enthusiasm. A pair similar to our example is found at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London (inv. 820-1882, ill. in L. Scheurleer, 1980). Another was part of the Meyer Collection (ill. in P. Kjellberg, 2000). Including also a pair from the Queen of England's collection, certainly acquired by King George IV and presented today at Buckingham Palace (inv. RCIN 2312.1-2), and the collection of Viscounts Lascelles at Harewood House, Yorkshire.