- 635
AN IVORY FIGURE OF SHOULAO QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- 14.6 cm, 5 3/4 in.
the standing immortal depicted with a ruyi sceptre in his left hand
Provenance
John Sparks Ltd, London.
Collection of Robert H. Blumenfield.
Christie's New York, 25th March 2010, lot 861.
Collection of Robert H. Blumenfield.
Christie's New York, 25th March 2010, lot 861.
Exhibited
Chinese and Japanese Sculpture, Gerard Hawthorn Ltd, London, 8th-16th November 2001, no. 15.
Condition
There are expected age cracks and nicks to the fragile extremities, including the edges of the figure’s clothing, the tips of the ribbons and the fingers, some with traces of stabilisation. The right arm of the figure is carved separately.
"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."