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A LARGE 'HUANGHUALI' BRUSHPOT WITH A HARDSTONE TREE THE BRUSHPOT, QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY; THE TREE, 20TH CENTURY |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- Rosewood, stone
- Height 29 in., 73.7 cm
the brushpot of cylindrical form with a recessed medallion centering the base, the tree with stoneware trunks and branches encasing metal armature and issuing dark green hardstone leaves and 'Buddha's hand' citron of carved amethyst-quartz and yellow-green hardstone
Provenance
Imperial Oriental Art, New York, ca. 2000.
Condition
The huanghuali brushpot has some minor nicks along the base, fine splits to both rims, and wear to the surface which is a bit dry. The 'tree' with cracks to the trunks and branches, some missing elements, nicks to leaves and fruit. There are traces of red lacquer at the base of the tree which is affixed to the brushpot. Please note that this lot will require a CITES permit for export outside of the United States.
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.