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A finely cast parcel-gilt bronze tripod incense burner and cover Qing Dynasty, Qianlong period
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- parcel-gilt bronze, wood
the compressed globular body rising from three cabriole stylised lion mask and paw feet to an everted rim, finely cast around the exterior with a broad band enclosing four large gilt wan, shou, wu and jiang characters (boundless longevity) divided by ferocious scaly five-clawed dragons reserved on a dense ruyi cloud ground, all divided by two large high relief dragon handles, the base with apocryphal six-character Xuande mark, the domed cover with a pierced band enclosing dragon and phoenix amidst ruyi cloud scrolls and all surmounted by a pierced and high relief dragon finial, wood stand
Condition
In excellent general condition. Some nicks and dents to the rim and relief casting. Minor rubbing to gilt characters.
"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."