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A BRONZE 'MYTHICAL BEASTS' MIRROR WITH INSCRIPTION SUI/EARLY TANG DYNASTY
Estimate
7,000 - 9,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
cast with a hemispherical knob encircled by four mythical beasts, the outer field cast with an inscription in kaishu, all within narrow dogtooth borders
Provenance
Private Asian collection, circa 1980-90, by repute.
Condition
The mirror is in overall good condition, with some blistering to the flat 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.
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
Translation of the inscription:
Gladly have I obtained the mirror of the King of Qin, for which I would not have grudged a thousand crowns. It is not my wish that the mirror shall serve the purpose of revealing the gall bladder, but that I may reveal myself by holding this to illustrate my own clear conscience .