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A BRASS-INLAID PEWTER WINE-WARMER MING DYNASTY, 17TH CENTURY |
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- 39.5 cm, 15 1/2 in.
of octagonal section, each side enclosing one of the Eight Immortals standing below clouds, the spout cast with a dragon head, the neck decorated with trigrams, the domed cover flanked by two rectangular insulators with flat covers
Condition
This warmer is in general good condition with the exception of some nicks and dents to the extremities, along with slight surface scratches, and rubbing of gilding, consistent with age. One of the flat covers for one insulator is a replacement. The dragon's head with a short chain possibly attached to a stopper now lost. With some dents along the sides where the handles rest.
"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."