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A CINNABAR LACQUER 'DRAGON' SEAL PASTE BOX AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- lacquer
of circular form, intricately carved through rich layers of red lacquer to reveal the ochre-yellow ground, the domed cover with two ferocious scaly dragons, one amidst cloud scrolls, the other writhing amidst tumultuous foaming waves, the side of the box with a further dragon in pursuit of a 'flaming pearl', the interior and base lacquered black (2)
Condition
The cover with some small chips to clouds above rim and the mane of the dragon's head; the rim and interior with some consolidation to lacquer lifting and loss. The base interior with some small cracks and lifting lacquer and with some small chips and flaking lacquer around rim, the foot with expected wear.
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.