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A BRONZE ‘MYTHICAL BEAST’ VASE LATE QING DYNASTY / REPUBLICAN PERIOD
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- bronze
decorated with mythical beasts and clouds in relief against a key-fret ground on the neck and cloud-ground on the body, the splayed foot with basket weave and lappet design
Provenance
Collection of Stephen Alexander Hunter (1851-1923) acquired while serving as a missionary in China from 1879-1891 and thence by descent.
Condition
The vase with several casting flaws, some patching and wear throughout, the casting flaws to the ovoid body most pronounced. The base has been replaced.
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.