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A pair of 'Qingtian' stone 'dragon' seals Qing dynasty
Estimate
10,000 - 20,000 GBP
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Description
- soapstone
each of square form, carved atop with a larger and smaller chilong writhing amongst a bed of swirling clouds, one seal face carved with the characters reading Zongzhi Jiangzhe (Governor General of Jiangzhe) and the other reading Gongbao Shangshu (Junior Guardian of the Heir Apparent and Minister), the stone of a yellowish green tone with caramel-brown veining
Provenance
Collection of Charlotte Horstmann, acquired from Hong Kong in the 1950s.
An American Private Collection.
An American Private Collection.
Condition
Both seals are in good condition with the exception of a 4 x 4mm., chip to the corner of one base and minor nibbles to the edges of the seals and to the extremities of the hgh relief chilong.
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"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."