- 1481
A BRONZE 'BUDDHIST LION' CENSER AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- Height 6 1/4 in., 15.9 cm
the animal-form cast standing four-square on a serpent with the snake reaching its head and tail up the lion's hind legs, swirls of qi covering the beast's broad body, a tasseled collar with a bell hanging at the chest, the lion's upturned head framed by a thick, curly mane forming the cover and attached by a hinge
Provenance
Long Island, New York Private Collection.
Condition
In overall good condition with minor pitting, very minor dents, and the base possibly very slightly compressed. The interior with oxidation.
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.