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A FINELY CARVED IVORY 'HORSES OF MU WANG' BRUSHPOT QING DYNASTY, 18TH – 19TH CENTURY |
估價
100,000 - 150,000 HKD
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招標截止
描述
- 16.8 cm, 6 5/8 in.
of cylindrical form, the exterior deftly carved in relief with eight horses and five groomsmen in a riverside landscape set with jagged rocks and knotted pine trees, four groomsmen hauling horses by the river while another holds a bucket feeding a horse, the ivory patinated to a warm honey tone, wood stand
Condition
The brushpot is in good condition, with only expected minute nibbling along the extremities and age cracks to the rim. The base with a light bruise to the side (0.4cm) and the base is reattached with traces of glue to the sides.
"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."