- 3313
A BRONZE BELL SONG / YUAN DYNASTY
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
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Description
- bronze
the cylindrical body tapering to a domed top surmounted by a handle cast in the form of a crouching dragon with a sinuous body, the exterior bordered with a band enclosing an undulating foliate scroll, a further band enclosing four dragons writhing sinuously encircling the foot, the bronze patinated to a dark brown tone with darker speckles
Literature
Spink & Son Ltd., Minor Arts of China II, London, 1985, cat. no. 70.
Condition
There are two shallow chips to the feet (0.5cm and 1.5cm). General surface wear and bruising, especially to the dragon finial.
"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."