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Grande coupe libatoire en corne de rhinocéros sculptée Chine, dynastie Qing, XIXE siècle
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 EUR
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Description
- Rhinocerotidae
à décor en trois dimensions des huit immortels baxian perchés dans des branches de magnolia en fleur ou sur des promontoires rocheux sous des pins, un sage assis sur un buffle un disciple à ses côté, la corne miel ambrée avec une belle patine d'age
Condition
A C-shaped section of the rim approx 6 x 2,7 cm is has possibly flaked and is restored, two other old chips 3.5 and 5 cm and age cracks to the rim but overall the horn 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."
Catalogue Note
The association of the word magnolia (mubi) and rock (shoushi) is an homophony for a wish to assuredly gain longevity.