AN INSCRIBED BRONZE ARCHAISTIC BELL-FORM PLAQUE REPUBLIC PERIOD, DATED 1925

cast to the front with archaistic dragons forming a mask, below rows of projecting bosses, centered by a rectangular cartouche enclosing a dedicatory inscription, wood stand (2) 

There is a dent to the lower edge with an associated approx. 1-cm crack at the back and small losses along the edges and extremities. There are minor casting flaws, including a few minute scattered holes. Overall wear and scattered dents to the surface and along the edges. Please note that this lot includes a stand, frame or other component made from a type of Chinese hardwood, which, if exported, will require a CITES permit to leave the United States.Please note that this lot includes a stand, frame or other component made from a type of Chinese hardwood, which, if exported, will require a CITES permit to leave the United States.
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.