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A PAIR OF INCISED AND IRON-RED 'DRAGON' CUPS LATE QING DYNASTY |
Estimate
800 - 1,200 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Diameter 3 3/8 in., 8.5 cm
each base with an apocryphal six-character Jiaqing mark in iron red (2)
Provenance
Collection of Gustaf Wallenberg (1863-1939), acquired between 1906-1918, in Tokyo (by repute).
Condition
One cup with a rim crack apprx. 4.5 cm long and a small shallow flake chip to the inner footring. The other cup in overall good condition. Overall with light wear and scattered firing imperfections.
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.