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AN INSCRIBED BAITONG THREE-TIER SQUARE CENSER AND COVER EARLY 20TH CENTURY |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Height 7 1/4 in., 18.4 cm
comprising three boxes, an interior latticework tray, a small shovel, a square-section tamper, a rake for ashes and a double layered openwork cover, the exterior chased with archaistic inscriptions and forms, the base inscribed with seal mark of Xue Zhichen of Jiaoxian, wood stand (10)
Provenance
Acquired in China 1930s-40s,and thence by descent.
Condition
The censer is in good overall condition with only expected wear, some tarnishing and some residue from polish in edges. .
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.