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A LARGE CHAMPLEVE INCENSE BURNER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
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Description
- h. 33 cm, 13 in.
the lobed body supported on three tapering cylindrical legs issuing from lion masks, rising to a short neck and galleried rim of corresponding section, flanked by a pair of dragon handles, the body ornately decorated with shou character roundels framed by flying bats and meandering floral scrolls, below a lappet band and further floral sprays, incised with a key-fret border around the rim
Condition
The incense burner is in good overall condition except for very minute (two or three) losses of inlays and the loosening of the mouth. Some areas appear glossy, probably due to glue application to prevent losses of inlays. There are some stress lines on the animal masks on the legs.
"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."