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Statue de Guandi en ivoire Chine, dynastie Qing, XVIIIe siècle
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
- Height 6 3/8 in
assis sur un fauteuil fait de rocher, tenant dans sa main gauche un livre, l'autre main posée sur sa cuisse, vêtu du chapeau de mandarin et d'une robe à drapés, égrenure sur le noeud du chapeau, traces de laque
Condition
The front seems to have been cleaned (very white).
The back: nice yellow patina, vertical cracks on the throne.
Black laquer residue overall.
Old restorations (under the black lacquer residue), circular shape on:
- the stomach (end of beard) (0.6cm.)
- the right hand (0.3cm.)
- the right cheek (0.3cm.)
On the hat, note that the right of ruban knot is missing.
Otherwise, in good condition
"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."