- 3046
TWO ALBUMS OF RUBBINGS FROM THE STELE FOR THE SACRIFICE TO THE CONFUCIUS TEMPLE MING DYNASTY |
Estimate
1,600,000 - 2,000,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- 44 by 27.3 cm, 17 1/4 by 10 3/4 in.
ink on paper, comprising two albums of rubbings from the stele for the sacrifice to the Confucius Temple in Shandong, with annotations by famous scholars including Duanfang (1861-1911), Zhang Zhidong (1837-1909), Chen Botao (1854-1930), each album thread-bound with navy textile covers
Provenance
Collection of Duanfang (1861-1911).
Condition
The books are in good condition, with only minor stains and creases to some pages.
"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."