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A CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL ELEPHANT AND STAND QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
15,000 - 25,000 GBP
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Description
- The elephant: 31.5 cm, 12 3/8 in.
standing four-square, the head turned to the right with a long curled trunk flanked by tusks, the turquoise body caparisoned with a saddle draped with a cloth decorated with auspicious motifs including a flying bat on each side, surmounted by a yellow archaistic gu vase detailed with stylised lotus scrolls, all supported on a plinth platform centered with a dragon motif
Provenance
Collection of Gustav Detring (1842-1913) and/or Constantin von Hanneken (1854-1925), and thence by descent.
Condition
this is in overall good condition, with some pitting and minor losses to enamel, in particular to the back neck and the vase's rim, both detachable tusks and tail are slightly bent, some surface scratches and minor dents 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. 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."