Lot 726
  • 726

AN INSCRIBED GREY STONE 'RAM' GROUP 20TH CENTURY

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 HKD
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Description

  • Stone
  • H: 16.5 cm
depicting a large standing ram with a smaller recumbent ram nestled alongside, the base inscribed with Taihe shiqinian siyue nianri zao [Made in the 20th day of the 4th month of the 17th year of Taihe]

Provenance

Yamanaka, London (label).
Phillips London, 7th June 1995, lot 45.

Condition

As visible in the catalogue photo, there are scratches and bruises, especially to the corners of the foot.
"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.
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