- 1403
A SANCAI-GLAZED POTTERY FIGURE OF A CAMEL TANG DYNASTY |
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Height 23 3/4 in., 60.5 cm
modeled standing foursquare on a rectangular plinth, the animal with its long neck arched and head rearing backwards, mouth agape and eyes ablaze, the cream-glazed body with generous amber-splashes to the head, neck, legs, tail and both humps, adorned with a green-trimmed, dappled green and amber-glazed saddle cloth
Provenance
Sotheby's New York, 2nd June 1993, lot 270.
Condition
The neck had been broken off and reattached showing signs of restoration. Areas of degradation to the glaze is visible throughout.
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.
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.