- 634
A BRONZE HANDLED CENSER 17TH / 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- bronze
- Width 6 3/8 in., 16.2 cm
heavily cast with the bombé body rising from a slightly splayed foot to a flared mouth, flanked by a pair of loop handles each set with a small tab, the surface patinated to a reddish-bronze color, the base crisply cast with an apocryphal two-character Xuande seal mark in a recessed cartouche
Condition
The censer has been cleaned resulting in fine scratches over the surface and a somewhat dry patina. The surface with tiny nicks and wear consistent with age.
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.