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Statuette de Shoulao en ivoire sculpté Chine, Dynastie Ming, XVIIE siècle
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 EUR
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Description
- Ivory
debout, vêtu d'une longue robe formant d'harmonieux plis, laissant apparaître sa main droite, portant une longue barbe, le visage serein, les yeux fermés sous son crâne proéminent, socle en bois ; accident à la poitrine
Provenance
Dr. Otto Burchard, Peking, 29th October 1935 (US$ 40).
Condition
The extremity of the hand is missing ; expected age cracks and stains to the ivory ; the actual color slightly less reddish than the catalogue illustration.
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"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."