- 3327
A LARGE GILT-LACQUER BRONZE FIGURE OF LONGNÜ MING DYNASTY, 15TH / 16TH CENTURY
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
Log in to view results
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
the gilt figure cast as the Dragon Princess Longnü standing with her face turned slightly to the left, her hands held together in front of her chest supporting a sacred pearl, adorned with an elaborate headdress and long flowing robes detailed with lotus motifs, the gilt-lacquered two-toned surface of a smooth patina
Provenance
Lempertz, Cologne, 10th/11th June 2008, lot 366.
Condition
As visible in the catalogue photo, there is rubbing to the gilding and loss to some detail. Minor bruising and other surface wear to the extremities.
"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."