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A PARCEL-GILT TORTOISE-FORM TEA CADDY PROBABLY LIAO – SONG DYNASTY |
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- 19.2 cm, 7 1/2 in.
modelled in the form of a tortoise, its body decorated with gilt florets, the domed shell forming the removable cover
Provenance
Tai Sing Fine Antiques Ltd, Hong Kong, 10th January 2004.
Condition
The turtle box and cover are in good overall condition with expected light surface wear and occasional pitting or minute dents, all consistent with age. There is some malachite oxidation on the interior.
"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."
Catalogue Note
This distinct tortoise-form vessel is modelled after a Tang dynasty prototype, an example of which was excavated from Famen Temple, Fufeng County in 1987, believed to be used to store ground tea powder in imperial tea ceremonies during the Tang dynasty.