- 3295
明十七世紀 青銅鏤空「魚躍龍門」圖筆筒
估價
600,000 - 800,000 HKD
招標截止
描述
of broad cylindrical form supported on three ruyi-shaped feet, deftly cast with a reticulated body of a dragon writhing among clouds reaching for a 'flaming' pearl, above a carp leaping over a tumultuous stream and a multi-storeyed pavilion in the distance, the reverse pierced with a small monkey clambering on a knotty pine among jagged rocks, beside a wutong tree, bamboo shoots and lingzhi sprigs sprouting in the foreground, all below a raised rim enshrouded with clouds, the base cast in relief with a coiled chilong, the bronze richly patinated to a lustrous chocolate-brown colour
來源
Maria Kiang Chinese Art
展覽
《Objects for the scholar's desk》，Maria Kiang Chinese Art，香港，2011年，編號18
Condition
The brushpot is in overall good condition with expected light pitting in areas in the cast and light malachite encrustation on the interior.
"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."
拍品資料及來源
A carp transforming into a dragon comes from the legend that on the third month of the spring, schools of carp would swim up the Yellow River to spawn. At a steep passage known as Dragon's Gate, the carp would have to leap up over the waterfall. Most of the fish would not succeed, but those who did transformed into dragons. The carp-dragon is symbolic of attaining success and were often bestowed to those studying for their civil service exams in hopes of passing.