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AN ENGRAVED IVORY 'LUOHAN' BRUSHPOT QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 HKD
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Description
- 9 cm, 3 1/2 in.
engraved with luohan and attendants in a landscape divided by a gnarled pine tree, detailed with a Buddhist lion and a dragon
Provenance
Nicholas Grindley, London.
Collection of Robert H. Blumenfield
Christie's New York, 25th March 2010, lot 856.
Collection of Robert H. Blumenfield
Christie's New York, 25th March 2010, lot 856.
Condition
Good overall condition with typical age cracksx expected minute flakes to the edges and general surface wear. The base is carved separately and appears to have an approx. 0.7 infilled section.
"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."