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A SILVER AND GOLD-INLAID BRONZE INCENSE BURNER AND COVER QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD 清乾隆 銅錯金銀「獸面圖」如意耳長方四足蓋爐
招標截止
描述
- Parcel-gilt and silver-wire inlaid-bronze
the baluster body of rectangular section, inlaid to each side with a strapwork panel below a ruyi-head collar, the front and back face centred by a gilt-bronze lion mask handle suspending a loose ring and the sides set with tall S-shaped ruyi-head handles, all supported on four tall sabre legs, the domed cover with ruyi-head panels reserved on a pierced and gilded ground of bats amidst scrolling vines, surmounted by a gilt-bronze qilin
Condition
The censer and cover are in very good condition with the exception of a very slight bend to one of the ruyi handles, a minute nick to the edge of the cover, and very minor scratches to the patination.
"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."