- 1512
A PAIR OF SOAPSTONE SEALS 19TH / 20TH CENTURY
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- soapstone
possibly huakeng stone, each carved to the seal face with a poetic couplet of the Tang dynasty poet Wang Bo, one reading luoxia guwu qifei (the lone goose flies together with the glowing sunset), and the other reading qiushui changtian yise (the autumn water merges together with the sky), the stone of variegated cinnabar red and pale gray color, textile stands (4)
Condition
Each seal in overall good condition with some small nicks to the edges and expected wear to the seal face.
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.