Lot 10
  • 10

ESTAMPAGE DE STÈLE DE ZIYANG GUAN XUANJING XIANSHENG |

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 EUR
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Description

  • ink on paper
  • chaque feuille 26,5 x 17 cm, each leaf 10 1/2  by 6 3/4  in.
encre estampée sur papier, album de vingt-cinq feuilles

Provenance

Acquired in China between 1894 and 1922.
Thence in the family by descent. 

Condition

Both cardboard covers are slightly stained, with a larger water stain to the lower left corner of the back cover. Several album leaves are torn at the central fold. The paper mount around the leaves is stained and with scattered insect holes. There is overall very light wear to the rubbings, some scattered insect holes and scattered areas of retouching. The colour is a lighter dark grey than the catalogue illustrations suggest.
"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."