Lot 141
  • 141

A BRONZE TRIPOD CENSER 17TH CENTURY

Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • bronze
the cylindrical sides rising from three short cabriole legs, the exterior encircled with sets of three raised bands at the rim, foot and the mid-section of the body, the underside impressed with an apocryphal six-character Xuande mark within a rectangle, the bronze patinated to a dark chocolate tone, with wood stand

Condition

The censer is in very good condition with the exception of minor rubbing of the patina and traces of verdigris deposits and oxidation.
"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."