- 33
Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description
- A Portrait of an official on his birthday
- 35 7/8 by 28 in., 91.1 by 71.1 cm
oil on canvas
a Manchu official dressed in elegant attire, depicted against a red flag with a large shou character behind his left shoulder, realistically rendered, framed
a Manchu official dressed in elegant attire, depicted against a red flag with a large shou character behind his left shoulder, realistically rendered, framed
Condition
There are small scratches in the top right corner near or on the "shou" character. There has been minor restoration work done on the face and the collar area. There is minor cracking throughout. The condition is very good overall. Inspected framed.
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.