- 3034
A BAMBOO-ROOT 'IMMORTAL AND FISH' GROUP QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
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Description
- bamboo (bambuseae)
deftly carved in the round as an immortal sitting astride a carp whilst playing a flute, dressed in loose robes tied around the body revealing his chest, all supported on a base in the form of tempestuous waves, the surface patinated to a warm brown colour
Provenance
Gerard Hawthorn Ltd., London
Exhibited
Chinese and Japanese Sculpture, Gerard Hawthorn Ltd., London, 2004, cat. no. 31.
Condition
There are typical age cracks to the sculpture one of which on the base has slightly opened, as visible in the catalogue photo at the centre front. Other surface wear, but overall 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."
"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."