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A LARGE HUANGHUALI 'TREE-TRUNK' BRUSHPOT, BITONG 17TH/18TH CENTURY
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- huanghuali wood
- 24.1cm., 9.5in. high
of cylindrical section, the sides of unequal thickness and the exterior naturalistically carved with whorls and knots to simulate a segment of tree trunk, the wood of caramel-brown tone, with inlaid base
Provenance
The Jingguantang Collection.
Christie's New York, 20th March 1997, lot 14.
Condition
This brushpot is in good condition, but there are several infilled minor splits to the lower side of the exterior, extending from the base. There is also one 7cm split running from the underside of the base up the lower side of the exterior. There is a 9mm by 11mm chipe to the lower side of the exterior, just above the base. There is a 5.5cm minor crack to the under side of the base. There is some minor scratching and water staining to the upper surface of the rim.
"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."