- 1446
A GREEN-GROUND SILK 'DRAGON' FRAGMENT MING DYNASTY, 16TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Silk
- 46 1/2 x 30 1/2 inches
woven as brocaded satin with supplementary weft threads in contrasting colors producing an image of three vivacious four-clawed dragons leaping for 'flaming pearls' above crashing waves, composed of five separate pieces of silk, mounted on board and framed
Provenance
E & J Frankel, New York, 2011.
Condition
Three supplementary fragments of matching brocade (possibly original to this textile) were added along the left and right sides to allow the textile panel to take a rectangular shape for the frame (as illustrated in the catalog). The fabric has scattered tears, some of which are in-filled with green paper. Some of the embroidery has been lost. There are stains throughout (probably from water damage), particularly at the bottom, center, and left side. Please note that the textile was not removed from the frame for examination.
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.