Lot 57
  • 57

A BRONZE TRIPOD CENSER AND STAND QING DYNASTY, 17TH/18TH CENTURY

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description

  • bronze
modelled after the archaic bronze vessel liding, the heavily cast compressed globular body rising from three short tapering legs to a wide mouth flanked by a pair of loop handles each set with a small tab, the tripod stand in the form of a mallow flower with overlapping petals rising from three ruyi-head shaped feet, the base with an apocryphal four-character Xuande mark within a recessed rectangle

Condition

The censer is in good condition with the exception of light rubbing to the patina and minor micks to the extremities.
"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."