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Chinesco Reclining Dog Protoclassic, ca. 100 B.C.-A.D. 250
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- clay
- Length: 9 3/8 in (23.8 cm)
playfully lying on its side as if about to roll over, the rear legs kicked up and flexed, the large heart-shaped head with small perked ears, and with wide grinning mouth.
Provenance
Canadian private collection
Sotheby's, New York, November 23, 1992, lot 117, consigned by the above
Sotheby's, New York, November 23, 1992, lot 117, consigned by the above
Condition
Overall very good; small chips to rear right paw, areas of encrustation.
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.
Catalogue Note
Chinesco style dogs from Nayarit are usually made in a creamy tan or light brown coloring, and modeled with the characteristic concave form on the underside.