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AN IMPERIAL YELLOW-GROUND EMBROIDERED 'DRAGON' CUSHION QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
- Textile
- 27 cm, 10 5/8 in.
of hexagonal form, each side embroidered in gold with a frontal five-clawed dragon roundel confronting a 'flaming pearl' amidst ruyi clouds and lotus foliates, the top similarly decorated, the underside with a central bloom surrounded by flying bats
Condition
The cushion is in good condition with the exception of loss to the embroidered gold thread of the dragons claws, some further pulled gold threads and light staining to the yellow ground in particular to the base of the cushion.
"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."