- 584
A SMALL BRONZE BARREL-FORM CENSER 17TH / 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description
- bronze
the tall slightly compressed cylinder well cast in relief with a pair of taotie mask handles suspending mock loose rings set to either side, all supported on three crouched-monkey-form legs, the surface with a mottled dark olive-brown patina, the base with an apocryphal Xuande mark
Provenance
Alice Boney, New York, 1956.
Christie's New York, 30th March 2005, lot 195.
Collection of Robert H. Blumenfield.
Christie's New York, 22nd March 2012, lot 1301.
Christie's New York, 30th March 2005, lot 195.
Collection of Robert H. Blumenfield.
Christie's New York, 22nd March 2012, lot 1301.
Condition
There are some small dents, wear and a small casting flaw to the exterior.
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.