Lot 1278
  • 1278

A SOAPSTONE 'MYTHICAL BEAST' SEAL QING DYNASTY |

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description

  • Height 2 3/4  in., 7 cm
finely carved to the base in zhuwen style with four characters reading wenzi yinyuan ('an affinity with literature'), the smoothly polished stone of a soft creamy badge color

Provenance

Nagatani Inc., Chicago, 1960s.

Condition

There's a chip to the top edge of the seal body, minor surface wear and minute nicks is also visible throughout. A natural fissure is visible around its hips and above front paws. Small nicks around the edges of the seal face. The stone has a slight gray tinge.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.