拍品 947
  • 947

琉球王國十八世紀 朱漆描金「策馬」圖梅花式蓋盒

估價
20,000 - 30,000 HKD
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描述

of five-lobed form, supported on a straight foot of conforming section, finely incised and gilt in the chinkin technique on a shu-urushi ground, the raised cover with a scholar on a horse passing in front of a storeyed pavilion accompanied by attendants, the sides and raised rim decorated with barbed panels enclosing a variety of landscapes reserved on a floral diaper ground, the foot picked out with key-fret, the interior and the base lacquered in dark brown

Condition

There is some expected wear and retouching to the lacquer in areas, predominantly along the edges of the cover and on the rims, there is some rubbing to the gilding and expected tarnishing overall to the gilding and red lacquer ground in commensuration with age, but overall the box remains are in very 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."