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A STONE FIGURE OF A RECUMBENT LION TANG DYNASTY
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- stone
the beast lying prone on a rectangular plinth, with front paws spaced apart, its head turned, resting over the paws and shown with its mouth pulled back into a snarl, the long flowing tail curled around its hind legs and continuing down over the base, with lightly carved mane and tail
Provenance
The Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Mayer Collection, Illinois, prior to 1974.
Condition
The plinth with chips and wear to the corners and edges, the head of the lion is quite abraded and there is general wear to the surface overall.
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.