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AN ARCHAIC BRONZE RITUAL WINE VESSEL (GU) SHANG DYNASTY
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 USD
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Description
- bronze
- Height: 10 7/8 inches
the waisted cylindrical form with wide trumpet mouth, cast around the central section with a pair of taotie masks in low relief divided by flanges on an intricate leiwen ground, all between double raised filets, the splayed, hollow foot with further panels of taotie masks bisected by notched flanges, the surface an even dark silvery color
Provenance
C. T. Loo, Paris, 1960.
Condition
The vessel appears to be in overall good condition. The rim is slightly warped.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.