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A PAIR OF BRONZE AXLE CAPS (WEI) EARLY WESTERN ZHOU DYNASTY
Estimate
25,000 - 30,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
of tapered cylindrical form, each cast with elongated blades bordered by a band of confronted kui dragons, the flat top decorated with coiled dragon, the surface with green patina and reddish encrustation; together with a pair of lynch pins, each cast in the form of an elaborate feline mask, the bronze with brown patina (4)
Provenance
Acquired in New York, 1980s.
Condition
The axle caps and the lynch pins are in overall good condition. The surface has been cleaned with traces of malachite and cuprite encrustation.
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.