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AN UNUSUAL QINGBAI 'TOAD' WATER DROPPER SONG DYNASTY |
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 HKD
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Description
- 9.3 cm, 3 5/8 in.
modelled in the form of a rotund amphibian, naturalistically depicted with large bulging eyes and dense characteristic bumps on its back, its mouth pierced to pour water, applied overall with a blue-tinged transparent glaze
Provenance
Tai Sing Fine Antiques Ltd., Hong Kong, 18th April 2001.
Condition
There are original firing imperfections, including firing cracks to the body of the toad and where the body joins with four legs. There is surface wear to the extremities, such as the surface of the bumps. They are also chips or flakes to the unglazed body.
"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."