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A GOLD INGOT QING DYNASTY, CIRCA 1750
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- gold
cast as a rectangular bar, the top stamped twice with a two-character inscription reading dingyuan, the countersunk underside impressed with two square seals reading bao and a double-gourd seal reading yuanji
Provenance
The Nanking Cargo.
Christie’s Amsterdam, 28th April-2nd May 1986, lot 1923.
Christie’s Amsterdam, 28th April-2nd May 1986, lot 1923.
Condition
In good general condition, with the exception of an old 8mm by 3mm chip to one corner; small nicks to edges; some minor encrustation and patination to surface. With original Christie's Nanking Cargo velvet-lined wood box.
"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."