Lot 42
  • 42

Brûle-parfum en bronze patiné Chine, dynastie Ming, XVIIE siècle

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 EUR
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Description

  • bronze
la panse renflée reposant sur un court pied droit aux bords légèrement évasés, les bords ourlés, flanqué d'anses découpées, marque à six caractère Xuande dans un cartouche rectangulaire à la base

Condition

A 4 x 5 cm approx. area of the patina to the back is discolored with some pitting and green oxidization showing at the junction between the body and the foot as well as beneath the base. A few stains/oxidization spots around the mouth rim, but overall the incense burner is in good condition.
"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."