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Vase en bronze taché d'or Dynastie Qing, XVIIIE siècle
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Gilt-splashed bronze
la panse ovoïde sous un petit col étranglé aux bords ourlés, reposant sur trois pieds formés de trompes d'éléphant, l'épaulement décoré de trois petits béliers allongés en relief
Condition
The vase is thickly cast and very heavy. The base has been reinforced from the interior and there is. ca. 2cm wide circular plug to the centre of the base visible on the exterior and interior of the vase. There is a ca. 2x2.5cm wide filled on area to base possibly to fill in a casting flaw. There are several small filled-in casting flaws on the lower part of the body (visible on the interior of the vase) and a ca. 8x5cm wide casting flaw on the upper part of he body which has been reinforced on the inside. There is light wear to the surface of the exterior and some scratching. There are some words in writing in black ink on the base and the amount of £ 15.
"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."