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AN ARCHAISTIC BRONZE JUE QING DYNASTY, DATED QIANLONG THIRD YEAR, CORRESPONDING TO 1738 |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Length 6 1/2 in., 16.5 cm
the U-shaped body supported on three curved blade feet and broadening to a long, cupped mouth, cast with a triple band of leiwen around the exterior and set with a beast-mask handle to one side and two posts at the rim, a ten-character dated inscription cast in relief under the mouth
Condition
One leg off and re-stuck. Otherwise the vessel has only minor surface wear commensurate with age, and minor casting flaws (particularly to the interior of the well).
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.