Lot 142
  • 142

A PARCEL-GILT BRONZE INCENSE BURNER QING DYNASTY, 18TH – 19TH CENTURY |

Estimate
8,000 - 10,000 HKD
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Description

  • h. 20 cm, 7 7/8  in.
of fangding form, cast supported on four legs and surmounted by a pair of handles, the exterior cast with an archaistic frieze interrupted with raised flanges, liberally decorated with gold splashes, the base inscribed with four characters reading tian shou zuo ding

Condition

There is a very tiny pinhole to the bottom flank of the incense burner and a flaw in the cast below one of the rim's corner. Otherwise the incense burner is in good condition.
"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.
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