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Coupe libatoire en corne de rhinocéros sculptée Chine, dynastie Qing, XVIIIE siècle
Estimate
18,000 - 25,000 EUR
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Description
- Rhinocerotidae
en forme d'une grande feuille à huit pétales escaladée par trois dragons chilong, les pourtour à décor en trois dimensions de branches de lotus et magnolia, la corne avec une belle teinte caramel ambré, socle en bois sculpté
Provenance
Collection particulière française, acquise par l'oncle de l'actuelle propriétaire à Shanghaï entre 1903 et 1936.
Condition
Good condition. One of the Chilong with a small chip to the rear right leg.
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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."