- 3007
A GILT-PAINTED ZITAN 'DRAGON' ROUNDEL QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description
in the form of a circular plaque, deftly carved in relief and openwork with a sinuous dragon with a slender body covered with scales, writhing between billowing clouds, its powerful claws forcefully outstretched towards to the edges, the design extended to the reverse, the surface embellished with gilt paint, the wood of a rich dark brown tone
Provenance
Acquired in Paris between the 1970s and the early 90s.
Condition
The overall condition is quite good, except for a couple of polished chips of 0.8 cm each to one of the whiskers of the dragon. There are traces of gilt decoration. The surface is covered with a glossy transparent varnish, probably for protection of the remaining gilt decoration.
"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."