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Rare casque en fer partiellement doré Dynastie Qing, époque Qianlong
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
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Description
- Iron and gilt-iron
de forme conique, l'extérieur appliqué de deux frises de caractères mandchous dorés, divisé au centre par deux arêtes verticales dorées détaillées de dragons, une plaque dorée incisée de deux dragons pourchassant la perle enflammée fixée sur le devant, retenant un bord saillant lobé ajouré à décor similaire, surmonté d'un capuchon doré arrondi décoré de dragons maintenant un long tube vertical
Provenance
Formerly in the Sofus Marius Black Collection (1882-1960), Denmark (by repute). Black was a manager at the Great Northern Telegraph Company and was stationed in China from 1902 to 1931.
Condition
The flaps of cloth originally surrounding the helmet and the finial are missing. The gilding on the openwork parts of the design is almost worn in most parts. The tubular section on the top is leaning slightly to the left. Otherwise in good overall condition.
"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."