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A PAIR OF SANCAI-GLAZED POTTERY FIGURES OF ATTENDANTS TANG DYNASTY |
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description
- Height 27 1/2 in., 70 cm
together with a Tang-style sancai-glazed standing lady (3)
Provenance
Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Marks.
Gifted to the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, in 1979 (acc. nos 1979.578, 1979.579, 1979.587).
Gifted to the Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago, in 1979 (acc. nos 1979.578, 1979.579, 1979.587).
Condition
One figure with several restored breaks to the body, and a large chip to the edge of the base. The other figure appears to be in good condition. The lady has restored patches to the right elbow. All figures with scattered small chips and losses. General wear to the surface and expected firing imperfections.
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.