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A PAIR OF BRONZE TAOTIE MASKS WESTERN ZHOU DYNASTY
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
formed from thin bronze sheets, each cast with a prominent eye, a C-shaped horn and a heart-shaped ear, the widely opened jaw with teeth flanked by large fangs, with reddish inlays in recessed areas, the surface with a grayish-green patina (2)
Provenance
Collection of M. Rousset (1901-1981).
Acquired from the China and India Company Paris, 1980s.
Acquired from the China and India Company Paris, 1980s.
Condition
The jaw of one mask has been broken and reattached. There are chips around the edges.
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.