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A 'longquan' celadon of 'guanyin' in shrine Ming Dynasty
Estimate
4,000 - 5,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
the unglazed biscuit deity in dhyanasana, her crown with a lotus leaf below the Amitabha Buddha, set in a niche within a celadon rockwork shrine, flanked by two attendants at the lower section, with flame-like tendrils rising from the base and projecting to the sides and top of the shrine, culminating in a moon-disc at the top, the reverse left plain with two circular apertures
Condition
The shrine in good overall condition, with the celadon glaze a slight gray color. Some restoration to the tresses of hair with pieces restuck, especially to the proper right side. Her proper left earing chipped and missing. The celadon glaze is thick and with craquelure.
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.