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Brûle-parfum en bronze doré et émaux cloisonnés Dynastie Qing, époque Qianlong (1736-1795)
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 EUR
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Description
- Gilt bronze and enamel
reposant sur trois pieds dorés en têtes d'éléphants, le corps cylindrique décoré de deux registres de motifs archaïsants sur fond turquoise, deux anses en formes de U renversés de part et d'autre du couvercle orné de lotus et rinceaux et à décor ajouré de quatre chauves-souris parmi les nuages entourant la prise en forme de dragon enroulé (2)
Provenance
Acquired in China in the late 19th century.
Thence in the family by descent.
Thence in the family by descent.
Condition
The censer is in overall very good condition. There is very minor wear to the gilding of the rim of the vessel and the feet. The cover a tiny bit warped. There is a small ca. 3x2.5cm wide area of old restoration to the base and some later filled-in gaps just below the gilt rim. The gilding is rich, the colours vibrant if a little dirty.
"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."