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A CHENXIANGMU BEADED BRACELET IN A TIN BOX AND A HARDWOOD BOX AND COVER QING DYNASTY |
Estimate
26,000 - 40,000 HKD
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Description
- each bead 1.6 cm, 5/8 in.boxes: 16.5 and 8.1 cm, 6 1/2 and 3 1/4 in.
the bracelet comprising a parent bead and sixteen smaller beads, fitted in a tin 'bamboo' box and cover
Condition
There is some expected overall wear to the chenxiang beads. There is some aged pitting, possibly with some occasional filling. There is an old chip to the bell-shaped bead with possibly a hardstone finial missing. There are expected surface dents and light scratches to the tin box, consistent with age. There is a star age crack to the base of the box and other light surface scratches.
"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."