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A BRONZE 'TAOTIE' INCENSE BURNER, GUI AND A BRONZE INCENSE BURNER AND COVER LATE MING / EARLY QING DYNASTY
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
the first of archaistic gui form, cast with a taotie mask on each side and flanked by mythical beast projecting loop handles, the interior with an archaistic single-character inscription; the other of compressed globular form, the cover deftly reticulated with a dragon writhing among clouds surrounded by auspicious items, the bronze patinated to a golden brown colour
Condition
The gilding applied on the 'taotie' gui is somewhat tarnished and oxidised as visible on the photo, consistent with age. There is some malachite and cuprite coloured encrustations to the interior and on the base. Otherwise it is in good condition. There is some light surface wear tot he reticulated 'dragon' censer, with some expected occasional nicks or light scratches to the surface and base.
"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."