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A LARGE ARCHAISTIC BRONZE ARROW VASE YUAN DYNASTY |
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- 49 cm, 19 1/4 in.
the flattened rounded sides rising from a stepped pedestal base to a long cylindrical neck, flanked by a pair of tubular handles at the rim, the body with six protruding flanges alternating with scalloped panels of animals in relief, the neck decorated with two applied sinous chilong, further decorated with archaistic designs at the rim, shoulders and foot, the base inscribed with a four character mark reading huzhou xue zao (made by Huzhou Xue)
Provenance
Collection of Gustav Detring (1842-1913) and/or Constantin von Hanneken (1854-1925), and thence by descent.
Condition
The vase is in general good condition with the exception of four small holes drilled to the top and some small marks directly beneath these. There are some minor dents to the extremities, and some minor malachite encrustations in various areas.
"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."