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A RETICULATED SOFT WOOD 'LINGZHI AND PEACHES' RUYI SCEPTRE QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 49 cm, 19 1/4 in.
deftly carved in openwork with sprays of bamboo shoots intertwined with clusters of lingzhi and magnolia sprays along the curved shaft, the head decorated with peaches amongst a network of foliage, the patina of a warm caramel-brown colour
Literature
Bamboo and Wood Carvings of China and the East, Spink & Son, London, 1979, pl. 286.
Condition
One side of the underside connecting to the edge of the ruyi head and also a small portion of a bamboo stem carving next to the flower head on the shaft may have been lost, otherwise in general good condition. There are minor scratches, wear and splitting to the surface overall. Inscribed to the underside of the head in black and red.
"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."