Lot 138
  • 138

A LARGE JUNYAO TRIPOD INCENSE BURNER JIN – YUAN DYNASTY |

Estimate
1,000,000 - 1,500,000 HKD
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Description

  • w. 22.5 cm, 8 7/8  in.
sturdily potted with a compressed globular body resting on three cabriole legs, each decorated with a mythical beast mask, all surmounted by a constricted straight neck and galleried rim, covered overall with an unctuous bluish-lavender glaze thinning to a pale mushroom tone at the edges and extremities and stopping short of the tips of the legs to showcase the grey body

Condition

There are shallow chips to the rim, the longest measuring approx. 2.6 cm. The incense burner is otherwise in good overall condition with expected wear, especially to the tips of the legs.
"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."