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A FINE GOLD-SPLASHED BRONZE CENSER QING DYNASTY, 17TH/18TH CENTURY
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
the body of compressed barrel shape supported on three short legs, set to the sides with a pair of lion mask handles and decorated overall with irregular gold splashes, 13cm., 5 1/4 in; together with a small bronze tripod censer, Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th Century
Condition
The gilt-splashed censer is in good overall condition with the exception of some possible repair and cracking around one leg and an associated depression to the interior, and very minor rubbing, nicks and scratches to the exterior. The other tripod censer is in good overall condition with the exception of a 6cm., long line of small nicks running beneath one handle.
"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."