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A CARVED BAMBOO BRUSHPOT SIGNED WU ZHIFAN, JIADING SCHOOL, QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- bamboo
carved in low relief with a scholar seated below a large overhanging pine, rendered dressed in a hooded robe covering his head and falling in ample folds on his arms and legs, an attendant preparing a tea kettle at his side, signed Wu Zhifan
Condition
The brushpot is in overall good condition. There are expected age cracks to the exterior of the brushpot, minute bruises and flakes to the edges of the carving, including an approx. 0.3 cm flake to the hem of the figure's robe.
"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."