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A CINNABAR LACQUER CIRCULAR 'BOYS' BOX AND COVER QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD
Estimate
25,000 - 35,000 GBP
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Description
- lacquered bronze
- 16.8 cm, 6 5/8 in.
of circular section, the cover delicately carved in layers with an animated scene depicting a group of boys engaged in various pursuits in a fenced garden surrounded by pine, wutong and rocks, all the side of the box and cover with further details of various boys in different activities, the interior and base lacquered black
Provenance
Gérard Lévy, Paris, 18th June 1977.
Collection Heliot, Paris.
Collection Heliot, Paris.
Condition
This box and cover is in good condition, but there are two minor areas of restoration to the interior of the cover with associated re-lacquering and one area to the interior of the cover. There is also some re-lacquering to the rims of the cover and base and to the base rim, which has some scratches and slight wear and minor chipping to the lacquer to the edges.
"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."