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An agate cat Qing dynasty, 18th century
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- agate and glass
carved crouching with its tail curled on its back and head turned to its left, the translucent stone of a snowflake-white tone suffused with variegated dark brown inclusions on the face, tail and paws, inlaid with amber-coloured glass eyes
Provenance
John Sparks, London. (according to label)
Condition
One section to the cat's left hind leg and tail broken off and re-stuck with small areas of infill. The area appears to measure approximately 50mm by 65mm. One inlaid eye missing; infill to the tip of the cat's right ear (12mm by 3mm) and a chip to the cat's left ear. Numerous other natural fissures within the stone.
"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."