- 5064
A CARVED LIMESTONE 'LION' PAPERWEIGHT TANG DYNASTY |
Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 HKD
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Description
- 12.5 cm, 4 7/8 in.
carved with a recumbent mythical beast resting with its head resting between its front legs on a rectangular base, its head framed by a well defined mane and beard, its spine rendered with a subtly protruding ridge running along its back, its long swerving tail extending along the edge of base, the stone patinated to a greyish-brown colour
Provenance
Collection of Montague Mayer.
Christie’s London, 14th April 1980, lot 52.
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 5th April 2015, lot 2895.
Christie’s London, 14th April 1980, lot 52.
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 5th April 2015, lot 2895.
Condition
Some minor chips to the extremities of the bottom part, otherwise in overall good condition.
"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."