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Statuette de Shoulao en ivoire sculpté Chine, dynastie Ming, XVIIE siècle
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
représentant le dieu de la longévité au crâne proéminent et à la longue barbe caractéristiques debout, vêtu d'une longue robe, appuyé sur un bâton, tenant un éventail de la main gauche, socle en bois ; manques et restaurations
Condition
Vertical cracks secured to the left of the figure with two small later added replacement ivory sections (to his left shoulder (3.5 x 4 mm) and to the top of his head (1 x 1 cm) ; there is a circular wood plug to the top of his head ; a 1 x 0.5 cm chip to the right hand ; and a secured C-shape chip to the bottom left of the robe.
"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."
"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."