Lot 3698
  • 3698

AN INSCRIBED ZITAN PAPERWEIGHT QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG – JIAQING PERIOD |

Estimate
50,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description

  • 30.7 cm, 12 in.
of rectangular form, inscribed on one side in four lines with Mi Fu's Buhuang tie, followed by a seal mark reading Zhang Shumo, sobriquet of Zhang Tingji (1768-1848)

Condition

The paperweight in very good condition, with only expected natural nicks and loss of some gilding, as expected of its age.
"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."