Lot 275
  • 275

A FINELY PAINTED AND CARVED IVORY FAN QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description

  • Ivory, paper, pigments, wood frame
the guards carved with figures amongst buildings in a landscape, the sticks with panels enclosing flowers and landscapes against an openwork ground, the fan leaf painted on one side with figures in a lake landscape, the other side with peonies and butterflies, framed

Provenance

Teresa Coleman Fine Arts, Hong Kong, 1991.

Condition

Please note that the fan has not been detached from the board for inspection. The fan is in good overall condition. There is minor tear, small creases and areas of loss, particularly along the crease lines. There are humidity stains on the left part of the fan. There is wear to the top and bottom edges.
"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."