- 717
TWO BRONZE INCENSE BURNERS QING DYNASTY, 17TH / 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 HKD
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Description
- bronze
the circular burner inlaid with silver filigree, the rich patina of dark brown colour, the rectangular burner with flaring sides, cast in low relief with mythical beasts prancing on tempestuous waves and flanked by lion mask-handles on the shorter sides, the base with a later incised inscription, wood stand
Condition
The silver-inlaid burner has an approx. 0.6 cm chip to the rim. It also has an old reminiscent layer of lacquer. Their overall conditions are otherwise good, with only some occasional small dents, typical tarnishing and encrustations to the surface.
"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."