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AN ARCHAIC BRONZE RITUAL WINE VESSEL (JUE) SHANG DYNASTY
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- bronze
- Height: 7 ½ inches
the body of deep U-shape, raised on three tall legs of tapering triangular section, the loop handle on one side issuing from an animal head covering a pictogram, centred on one of two taotie masks divided by low vertical flanges, together forming a continuous frized around the sides, cast in shallow relief with two protruding eyes, a band of upright blades rising beneath the flared rim extending to a peak opposite the long guttered spout, flanked by two capped finials, encrusted greenish patina with reddish patches
Provenance
The Property of Captain and Mrs. S. N. Ferris Luboshez.
Sotheby's London, 29th March 1977, lot 172.
Sotheby's London, 29th March 1977, lot 172.
Condition
The leg underneath the handle has been replaced in the past (visible in the catalogue illustration). The leg and the lower 1/2 in. part of the handle as well as 2 in. wide area of the body surrounding the leg have been replaced.
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.