Lot 515
  • 515

Anonymous (Tang dynasty)

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • Anonymous (Tang dynasty)
  • BUDDHIST SUTRA IN REGULAR SCRIPT
  • ink on paper, handscroll
colophons by Wang Shunan (1852-1936), signed Xincheng Wang Shunan, dated guihai (1923), the tenth lunar month, with two seals, wang shu nan yin, jin jing chang shou; and Lu Chaoluan (1880-1954), signed Bijie Lu Chaoluan, dated guihai (1923), the eleventh lunar month, with two seals, lu chao luan yin, hu an ci han

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.