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AN ARCHAISTIC RUBY-RED GLASS ‘KUILONG' SNUFF BOTTLE QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- coral, glass
of flattened ovoid form, each face carved with a pair of confronted foliate kuilong, the narrow sides carved with lion-mask handles on the sides, stopper, wood stand (3)
Provenance
Y. F. Yang & Co., Hong Kong, 1978.
Condition
In overall good condition, except for a minute manufacturing flaw below the handle on one side. Some wear to the surface, consistent with age. The color is less pink compared to the catalogue illustration.
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.