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Cachet en ivoire sculpté Chine, dynastie Qing, début du XXE siècle
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 EUR
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Description
quadrangulaire, à décor d'un dragon à cinq griffes aux écailles très finement sculptées, représenté de face à la poursuite de la perle enflammée dans les nuages stylisés, marque à six caractères en cachet à la base Qianlong Yulan Zhibao (appréciation de sa majesté Qianlong)
Provenance
Offered by Princess Shou Shan to the mother-in-law of the present owner in Beijing in 1940.
Condition
Some vertical age cracks to the ivory as visible on the photo, one extending into a slightly opening forked crack beneath the base, some other expected radiant cracks under the base but overall the seal is in good condition. The actual colour is consistent with 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."