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AN ARCHAISTIC SILVER-INLAID BRONZE VASE QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 25.5 cm, 10 in.
the bulging central section inlaid with panels of figures against a floret diaper ground between two keyfret bands and supported on a stepped pedestal foot, surmounted by a neck flaring to a trumpet mouth, the neck and foot inlaid with lappet blades, the base centered with a two-character Shisou mark
Provenance
Collection of Gustav Detring (1842-1913) and/or Constantin von Hanneken (1854-1925), and thence by descent.
Condition
the vase with of several patches to the neck, possibly to infill the casting flaws, the largest measuring approx. 1.8 cm long, numerous smaller casting flaws and small losses caused by dent throughout, a very small nicks to the rim, some oxidization to scratches to the surface
"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."