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GRANDE STATUETTE DE GARDIEN EN BOIS LAQUÉ ROUGE ET DORÉ DYNASTIE QING, XVIIIE - XIXE SIÈCLE |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- 81,2 cm, 32 in.
debout sur un socle hexagonal, la main gauche maintenant au sol une épée ajourée richement sculptée, la main droite sur la hanche, le visage serein, vêtu d'une riche armure ouvragée et nouée de noeuds, des écharpes virevoltant autour de ses épaules et retombant le long du corps
Condition
There are general wear and cracks with associated losses and flakes, in particular to the back of the figure. There are several cracks and restored areas to the scarf, with one end to the figure's left side missing. The sword is loose. The stand has some general wear and losses, as well as a horizontal crack running through it. The sculpture has been recently screwed to the base.
"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."