A MONUMNENTAL CHINESE EXPORT SILVER RACING CUP AND COVER, RETAILED BY WANG HING, CANTON, CIRCA 1880
A MONUMNENTAL CHINESE EXPORT SILVER RACING CUP AND COVER, RETAILED BY WANG HING, CANTON, CIRCA 1880
the body profudely chased with village scenes around a central vacant cartouche, above panels of chysantemum, lily and bamboo plants, twin ornate dragon scroll handles, the foliate embossed stem and foot applied with three supporting dragons, the stepped domed cover similary embossed below a racing foal finial, stamped WH 90 and with late Dutch control marks, on an ornate hardwood stand
62cm., 24 3/8in. high total
6683gr., 150oz. 10dwt.
Condition Report:
Clearly marked to the underside. The cover and body both with Dutch control marks. The cartouche has been erased at some point but is not thin. The cover fits a little loosely to the body. No obvious breaks or repairs. Very good heavy gauge. The hardwood base possibly associated. Good overall.
"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."
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A MONUMNENTAL CHINESE EXPORT SILVER RACING CUP AND COVER, RETAILED BY WANG HING, CANTON, CIRCA 1880
the body profudely chased with village scenes around a central vacant cartouche, above panels of chysantemum, lily and bamboo plants, twin ornate dragon scroll handles, the foliate embossed stem and foot applied with three supporting dragons, the stepped domed cover similary embossed below a racing foal finial, stamped WH 90 and with late Dutch control marks, on an ornate hardwood stand
62cm., 24 3/8in. high total
6683gr., 150oz. 10dwt.
Condition Report:
Clearly marked to the underside. The cover and body both with Dutch control marks. The cartouche has been erased at some point but is not thin. The cover fits a little loosely to the body. No obvious breaks or repairs. Very good heavy gauge. The hardwood base possibly associated. Good overall.
"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."
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