清十七 / 十八世紀 銅錯金銀仿古尊

with a pear-shaped body supported on a splayed foot, sweeping up to a waisted neck and flared rim, finely cast with a broad archaistic band of writhing kui dragons forming a taotie mask on each side, reserved on a ground of leiwen and divided by vertical flanges forming the handles, all detailed with gold and silver inlays, the foot encircled by two raised fillets, the bronze elegantly patinated to a dark brown colour with malachite undertones

This elegant vessel is in overall good condition. There is some expected light pitting or small patches of oxidisation in areas, occasional scratches or light dents, including a shallow horizontal dent on the shoulder below the archaistic border on one side. There are a few or typical nicks to the rim and footrim.
"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."