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Condition report
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The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
We have sought to record changes in the condition of this piece acquired after its initial manufacture. First: -There are a few minute nicks to the mouth rim. -There is expected wear to the figure and the center. -There are a few minute glaze burst bubbles on the interior. -There is expected wear to the surface. -There is minute hairline on the foot.
Second: -The ornament inside the dome appears to be broken. -There are a few glaze burst bubbles and a kiln grit adhesion on the interior. -There is a hairline on the wall.
Third: -There is a small area of abrasion on the exterior. -There is expected wear to the foot. -There are glaze chips around the base.
Fourth: -There are a few chips and nicks to the mouth rim. -There is wear to the mouth rim of the dome. -There is expected surface wear.
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Lot 57Sale 16254
KANGXI PERIOD (1662-1722)FOUR AUBERGINE-GLAZED CUPSEstimate: USD 3,000 - 5,000
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