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A PARCEL-GILT-BRONZE MIRROR STAND MING DYNASTY
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- bronze
- 24cm., 9½in.
finely cast in the form of a recumbent xiniu, with its head turned back over its body, the head with short beard, large eyes and ears held on either side of the upward curved horn, the back supporting a crescent-form mirror-holding rising from billowing clouds, the bronze of a rich brown patina with traces of gilding
Provenance
Sotheby's London, 13th December 1988, lot 19.
Condition
One semi-circular loss and associated crack to the lower rim of reverse, measuring approximately 20mm x 9mm at widest point. Other smaller chips and dents to the bronze. Rubbing to gilding and surface wear.
"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."