Lot 932
- 932
A PAIR OF FAMILLE-ROSE BALUSTER 'IMMORTALS' JARS QING DYNASTY, YONGZHENG PERIOD |
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- Height 14 1/8 in., 36.4 cm
each with broad swelling shoulders resting on a spreading foot and tapering into a cylindrical neck, vibrantly enameled with three immortals on a mountain peak overlooking a sea of waves, a double-roof temple rising from across the waters, the scene imbued with motifs of longevity and auspiciousness such as a crane, deer, pine, five bats, and lingzhi, the immortals accompanied by an attendant carrying a vase holding incense, a stiff lappet border suspending jewels below and a diaper band enclosing vignettes of beribboned chimes at the shoulder, the neck painted with two flowering peony branches, the recessed base glazed white (2)
Condition
Overall with a few shallow flakes to the footrings and inner rims. The interior of the bases covered with white paint/plaster, obscuring the porcelain. Overall with scattered firing imperfections, minor losses to the enamels, and scratches typical of age and type.
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.