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Anonymous (Tang Dynasty)
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 USD
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Description
- Anonymous (Tang dynasty)
- "STELE OF CAO E" IN REGULAR SCRIPT
- ink on paper, handscroll
colophon by Sun Chengze (1593-1676), signed Beihai Sun Chengze, dated jichou, the twenty-third day of the eighth lunar month (September 29, 1649), with three seals, yi yun lou, sun cheng ze yin, bei hai, and six collectors' seals, ji xi dian bao (2), gu shu ping sheng zhen shang, cheng nian (2), and one double dragon seal
Condition
-Overall in good condition except that the paper bears a tanned tone due to age
-Considerable amount of paper loss can be found at the beginning and end of the scroll
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.