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Coupe libatoire en corne de rhinocéros sculptée Chine, dynastie Qing, XVIIE-XVIIIE siècle
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 EUR
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Description
- Rhinocerous horn
en forme de feuille de lotus, les bords ondulés, sculptée de deux qilin et sept chilong, certains courant à l'extérieur de la coupe, deux se hissant sur les bords, un plus gros formant l'anse et se prolongeant à l'intérieur, une pêche de longévité dans la gueule, l'intérieur nervuré, le socle sculpté de flots tumultueux ; petites fentes, deux parties anciennement remplacées et une manquante au pied
Condition
Two old cracks to the rim ; some old wears and age cracks as expected ; old replacements to the foot and one of these replacements missing. Color is consistent.
"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."
"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."