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A PAINTED GRAY POTTERY FIGURE OF AN ATTENDANT HAN DYNASTY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- pottery
the slender figure wearing a long layered robe, standing with hands clasped within the wide and loose sleeves, the long hair tied back and the face modeled with delicate features detailed in black and red, with traces of red, white and green pigment, carved wood stand (2)
Provenance
L. Michon, Paris, 1938.
Condition
The figure has been broken in two and repaired beneath the sleeves. The paint shows typical loss and wear overall and it is possible the color may have been later enhanced.
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.
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.