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A BRONZE 'LION' CENSER 17TH CENTURY |
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Diameter 5 3/4 in., 14.8 cm
the compressed bombé form body rising from a tall splayed foot to a broad lipped rim, crisply cast on each side with a scene of lions at play chasing a brocade-covered ball amidst bamboo and rockwork, the recessed base inscribed with a mark reading Yunjian Hu Wenming zhi
Condition
The censer is in good overall condition. There is a slender rectangular casting patch to the rim. The rims and edges with small nicks and dents and the surface with wear all consistent with age and use.
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.