Lot 316
  • 316

Tête d'une dame de cour en grès Chine, dynastie Tang (608-907)

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
bidding is closed

Description

  • Stone
la visage serein aux yeux en amande, le nez droit, la bouche charnue, la chevelure finement sculptée ramenée en un double chignon orné de rubans, socle en bois ; l'arrière de la tête restauré

Provenance

Collection Hans Juergen von Lochow (1902-1983), Cologne.
Acquired from Mathias Konor, Péking, 26th April 1940 (US$ 420).

Condition

Expected losses as visible on the catalogue illustration ; some old wears surface scratches or dents ; a crack in the stone from the bottom to the top in the hairdress to the right knot ; the actual color is slightly less pink than the catalogue illustration would suggest.
"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."