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ROBE EN SOIE BRODÉE DYNASTIE QING, XIXE SIÈCLE |
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Silk
- 216 x 141 cm, 85 by 55 1/2 in.
sur un fond bleu foncé de neuf dragons à cinq griffes pourchassant la perle enflammée parmi les nuages, de caractères shou, de symboles auspicieux bouddhistes, d'emblèmes des Immortels et de chauve-souris, au-dessus de vagues mouvementées s'écrasant contre des rochers escarpés encadrés de grues en vol
Provenance
Acquired in China between 1894 and 1922.
Thence in the family by descent.
Thence in the family by descent.
Condition
The robe is in good overall condition. The robe and sleeves are lined with a blue/turquoise silk. There are small humidity stains to the inside lining and wear to the inside of the sleeves. There are two humidity stains on the front top right and left parts of the robe. There are some discoloured areas and tiny wear towards the lower part of the robe. The buttons may have been replaced.
"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."