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A CHENXIANGMU 'IMMORTALS' LIBATION CUP QING DYNASTY, 18TH – 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
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Description
- w. 9.5 cm, 3 3/4 in.
carved in high relief with the Eight Immortals among jagged cliffs, verdant willow and pine trees, the wood richly patinated to a dark brown colour
Exhibited
Art and Imitation in China, The Oriental Ceramic Society of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 2006, cat. no. 140.
Condition
There are few chips to the carving, including an approx. 2cm section on one of the tree trunk, and some minor retouching and repair to the mouth rim. There are also expected age cracks and few nicks to the rim and foot. Otherwise, the cup is in good condition.
"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."