A 'YIXING' 'PRUNUS' TEAPOT AND COVER
KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
A 'YIXING' 'PRUNUS' TEAPOT AND COVER
the cylindrical sides rising from a flat base, decorated in relief with leafy prunus sprigs, forming a ear-shaped loop handle and a gnarled loop finial, a pierced vent in the centre of circular cover
(2)
Width across spout and handle 16 cm, 6⅓ in.
Condition Report:
There are some small chips to the tip of the spout of the teapot, and a few minor nicks/flakes to the raised decoration; there are also several chips to interior rim and edges of the cover with associated losses (largest ca. 3.1 cm long).
"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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KILLADOON HOUSE, PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT IRISH ESTATE
A 'YIXING' 'PRUNUS' TEAPOT AND COVER
the cylindrical sides rising from a flat base, decorated in relief with leafy prunus sprigs, forming a ear-shaped loop handle and a gnarled loop finial, a pierced vent in the centre of circular cover
(2)
Width across spout and handle 16 cm, 6⅓ in.
Condition Report:
There are some small chips to the tip of the spout of the teapot, and a few minor nicks/flakes to the raised decoration; there are also several chips to interior rim and edges of the cover with associated losses (largest ca. 3.1 cm long).
"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."