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商晚期公元前十二至十一世紀 青銅蛇紋鬲鼎
估價
80,000 - 120,000 USD
招標截止
描述
- bonze
the trilobed body raised on three columnar legs, cast below the lipped rim with a wide band of serpent motifs, the rim set with two upright loop handles, the patina of greenish-gray color with malachite encrustation
來源
（傳）購自紐約Frank Caro
John Elinas收藏
John Elinas收藏
展覽
Michael B. Weisbrod, Inc.，紐約，1991年/1992年
Condition
The x-ray images reveal the body has a restored star-crack approximately 2 by 2 in. (5.1 cm by 5.1 cm) with associated restored cracks to one side and a 3 in. (7.6 cm) restored crack running from the rim with associated restored cracks to the other side. The section under one of the handles is restored. There are two visible restored patches. One leg possibly restored.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.