Lot 1012
- 1012
FOUR GLAZED PORCELAIN SCHOLARLY OBJECTS QING DYNASTY, 17TH - 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Porcelain; Woodstand (Dalberigia)
comprising a Kangxi turquoise-glazed brushpot carved with blossoming lotus in relief; an 19th century green-glazed openwork brush rest with five peaks; an 18th century copper-red glazed censer; and a 17th/18th century miniature 'Dehua' water buffalo, wood stand; together with a Japanese 19th century 'Sanda' celadon-glazed T-shaped carved brush washer supported on three lobed feet (6)
Provenance
The turquoise-glazed brushpot:
Sotheby's New York, 21st January 1982, lot 432.
The 'Dehua' water buffalo:
Sotheby Parke Bernet New York, 13th June 1979, lot 460.
Sotheby's New York, 21st January 1982, lot 432.
The 'Dehua' water buffalo:
Sotheby Parke Bernet New York, 13th June 1979, lot 460.
The 'Sanda' celadon-glazed brush washer:
Sotheby Parke Bernet New York, 7th June 1973, lot 171.
Sotheby's New York, 28th April 1982, lot 252.
Condition
The turquoise brushpot in overall good condition with only minor expected wear to the surface and foot and the base is slightly uneven. The brush rest with one of the end peaks off and re-attached, a small chip to the base and two glaze flakes to the front. The censer in overall good condition, but with glaze pulls to the well and a small glazed over potting flaw to the exterior.The celadon brush washer in mostly good condition but with two pits to the interior from firing (each approx. 3 mm), minor surface wear, and some unglazed patches to the base and legs. The 'Dehua' water buffalo with chips to the ends of both hooves and one ear.
Please note that this lot includes a stand, frame or other component made from a type of Chinese hardwood, which, if exported, will require a CITES permit to leave the United States.
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.