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A PAIR OF BOXWOOD WEIQI BOXES AND COVERS QING DYNASTY, DATED GUANGXU 7TH YEAR, CORRESPONDING TO 1881
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- boxwood and glass
each of ovoid form, the fitted slightly domed cover with dimpled center and incised with double lines at the rim, the cover and base inscribed Lu Zhai in black ink, the base dated and indicating one box for white counters and one for black; together with 171 black and 172 white glass game pieces (4)
Condition
There is a filled split to one cover and some splits to the base of one of the boxes, otherwise they are in overall good condition with expected wear.
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.