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A CARVED IVORY BALUSTER VASE LATE QING DYNASTY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description
- ivory and wood
deeply carved around the exterior with a scene of the Tang Emperor and his concubine Yang Guifei in the Pear Garden, all between a lotus lappet band at the base and ruyi, lotus scroll and stiff leaf bands at the shoulder and rim, wood stand
Literature
S.E. Lucas, The Catalogue of Sassoon Chinese Ivories, London, 1950, vol. II, no. 523.
Condition
The vase is in good condition with the exception of an age crack running around the shoulder, vertically down the length of the body and under and across the foot extending into two further cracks running 1-2cm., back up the body, and some minor age-related lines in the ivory.
"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."