- 725
A BRONZE DRAGON-HANDLED CENSER QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
2,000 - 4,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
the compressed globular body rising to a waisted neck, flanked by a pair of mythical beast-mask loop handles, the recessed base centered with an apocryphal Xuande mark
Condition
Minor scattered encrustation with a chip to one handle, and a smaller chip below that handle. There is 0.7 cm long casting flaw on the bottom of the foot ring, and a shallow dent on the side of the body. There are the expected signs of age and wear, but overall the censer is in good general 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.
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.