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A MINIATURE SANCAI FIGURE OF A BOY TANG DYNASTY
Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description
seated and holding a small lion with a funnel-shaped object in his mouth, splashed with rich lead glazes in deep green, amber-brown and straw. 5.2cm., 2 in.; together with a green-glazed circular box and cover with moulded design
Condition
Miniature sancai figure: The glaze on the tip of the rim of the funnel-shaped object is slightly rubbed off (ca. 0.3cm). The glaze on the lion's right leg and the figures left shoe and garment folds is rubbed off. Tiny triangular hole next to the figure's right cheek (as visible in the catalogue illustration). Overall good condition.
Green-glazed box and cover: Several small chips to the rim of the cover. Glaze on the cover slightly dull. Part of the box (ca. 7cm) broken off and restored.
"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."