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RARE COUPE LIBATOIRE EN BOIS D'ALOES LAQUÉ ET SCULPTÉ DYNASTIE MING |
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
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Description
- 14,1 cm, 6 3/8 in.
de forme pansue et reposant sur un court pied droit évasé, le pourtour extérieur richement sculpté en relief de puissants chilong parmi les nuées en guise de anses, la panse incrustée d'une frise d'argent à décor de leiwen en partie supérieure et inférieure, et de frises de rosaces sur cinq registres, porte la marque Wan You Tong Chun au dessous
Condition
There is overeall wear to the lacquer, with small areas of associated losses. There are several splits inside the cup and some tiny age cracks on the chilong. There are also some light greenish traces of oxidation over the lacquer due to the presence of the silver inlay.
"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."