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IMPORTANT VASE RITUEL EN BRONZE, POU DYNASTIE MING OU ANTÉRIEURE |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
- Bronze
- 42 x 46 cm, 16 1/8 by 18 1/8 in.
la panse arrondie ornée de quatre anses à tête de bélier se terminant par un col évasé, à décor sur la panse et le pied de quatre tête d'ovins sur fond de leiwen et délimitées par des crêtes saillantes, la frise supérieure de la panse à décor de dragons stylisés sur fond de leiwen
Condition
The foot and the body are very heavily cast, and cast separately and soldered. There are losses of bronze in the junction. There are casting flaws, one filled in on the neck measuring ca. 3 x 4 cm, and others in the junction. There is wear to the green patina. There is a square hole but in the middle of the base, probably contemporary of the piece.
"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."