Lot 183
  • 183

A SET OF SOAPSTONE SEALS AND FITTED BOX LATE QING DYNASTY

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • soapstone
comprising ten seals made from soapstone in a variety of colors, the finials carved as peaches, double gourd, fan, scroll and sword, leaf and other scholarly objects, the seal faces of all but one uncarved, the box cover incised with bamboo, stand (13)

Condition

The cover of the box is broken and repaired. One seal has lost it finial, and there are chips to the finials of two others. All seals have minute chips along the edges and to their corners. One seal face carved with a non-Chinese character. There are chips to the corners and along the edges of the box and stand
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.