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Epée en Bronze, jian Dynastie des Zhou orientaux, Epoque des Royaumes Combattants
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- Bronze
la longue lame ornée d'une nervure centrale, le fin manche moulé de deux anneaux en relief et se terminant en un large cornet
Provenance
Acquired in China in the late 1940s.
Thence in the family by descent.
Thence in the family by descent.
Literature
Willem van Heusden, Ancient Chinese Bronzes of the Shang and Chou Dynastyies. An illustrated Catalogue of the Van Heusden Collection with a historical Introduction by William van Heusden, Tokyo, 1952, pl. LIII.
Condition
The sword is in overall very good condition. It is quite heavy and the surface has been polished, only traces of green encrustation remain.
"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."