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A LARGE ROCK CRYSTAL 'DRAGON' CARVING MING DYNASTY OR LATER
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- rock crystal
depicting a large scaly dragon perched on top of an isolated craggy mountain above tumultuous waves, head lowered facing a smaller dragon writhing through the pierced rocks, wood stand (2)
Literature
Wang Qinglu, Zhongguo mincang wenwu jianshang congshu. Wenfang jiya [Private collections in China. Treasures for the scholar's desk], Beijing, 2007, pl. 16.
Condition
Three breaks can be seen near the smaller dragon on the right, with associated small losses and traces of old glue residue. There is another minor break to the left leg of the larger dragon on top. There are several fissures to the stone, including one to the back of the larger dragon and another to the mountain below. The larger dragon with small losses to one of the horns, as well as some minor losses to the back. Minute chips and nicks to the extremities of the carving, as can be expected. The stone with some inclusions.
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.