Lot 3368
  • 3368

A PAIR OF BRONZE FIGURES OF FEMALE ATTENDANTS SONG / YUAN DYNASTY

Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 HKD
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Description

  • bronze
each cast in the round as a female attendant standing on a four-footed pedestal, the hair neatly tied into a top knot sitting ahead the head, elegantly dressed in long robes, one holding a recumbent lamb on a plate with both hands, the other holding a headdress, the patinated bronze surface of dark brown colour, traces of lacquer gilding

Provenance

Hans-Martin Schmitz, Cologne, 2010.

Condition

There are traces of gilt-lacquer on both figures. Minor surface wear, otherwise good condition.
"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."