拍品 998
  • 998

十七世紀 德化白釉文昌帝君坐像

估價
5,000 - 7,000 USD
招標截止

描述

  • ceramic
dressed in the robes of a civil official, seated on a pierced rock formation, flanked by the green dragon emerging from a pillar of clouds and the white tiger at his feet

來源

E & J Frankel,紐約

Condition

There is restoration to the the fingers of both hands and to both cap ribbons of the figure, the dragon with restoration to the tip of its beard and one claw. The base with firing cracks one of which travels up and around the front paw of the lion. There is also a firing crack beginning below the belt and joining with a crack that extends to the base. The surface with expected wear and some areas that are discolored in the firing - such as the the back belt loop and one of the belt plaques.
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.
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