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A POTTERY FIGURE OF AN EQUESTRIAN |
估價
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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招標截止
描述
- Height: 26,5 cm; 10 3/8 in.
- China, Northern Wei Dynasty
modelled with one arm extended as if holding reins, the other hanging against the body, wearing a full armour, the horse standing foursquare looking forward, wood base and plexiglass cloche (5)
來源
Collection André Citroën, Paris (according to a note behind a photograph by Philippe Berche, 1968).
Edouard and Jeannine Chapet, Paris.
Thence by descent to the present owner.
Edouard and Jeannine Chapet, Paris.
Thence by descent to the present owner.
Condition
All four legs broken in different parts, some parts reattached. Areas of loss to the surface. Small areas of loss and retouching, particularly to the head and front of the horse.
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"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. 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 refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones.
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."