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A PAIR OF POLYCHROME POTTERY FIGURES OF BUDDHIST LIONS QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- 44 cm, 17 3/8 in.
each modelled seated on a platform, their bodies turned to face the other, detailed with large bulging eyes and mouths agape, their tufts of fur detailed in black
Condition
Both figures have various firing imperfections and losses, in particularly to the edges. There are cracks running from the chest to the back of the lion illustrated on the left of the catalogue, with associated restoration, and an approx 3.1 x 3.3 cm area of restoration on the front of the base. There are some losses to the edges of the base to the other lion, with the widest (approx. 4.3 cm) on top of the base.
"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."