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Figure d'européen en plâtre Chine, dynastie Qing, probablement XIXE siècle
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 EUR
bidding is closed
Description
d'après le sculpteur cantonnais Amoy Chinqua, le gentilhomme vêtu d'une vareuse rouge et hautes chausses noires, coiffé d'une perruque son couvre-chef sous le bras, sur une base quadrangulaire inscrite Amoy Chinquaef 1717, boite vitrée en bois
Provenance
The Roger Warner Collection, Christie's London, South Kensington, 20-21 January 2009, lot 217.
Condition
The two legs are restored (some lines corresponding to the original break are still showing), but the restoration is good and the figure is now in a very good presentation state. Some retouching and possibly smaller restored areas to the rear of the man's coat sleeves and the back of the figure. The wood showcase is 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."