Later Chinese Bronzes from the Collection of Sydney L. Moss Ltd. Sydney L. Moss Ltd 珍藏中國晚期銅器

A bronze openwork spherical incense burner Late Ming – Early Qing dynasty | 明末至清初銅鏤空佛獅戲繡球紋熏球

Auction Closed

April 22, 07:57 AM GMT

Estimate

40,000 - 60,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

Later Chinese Bronzes from the Collection of Sydney L. Moss Ltd.

A bronze openwork spherical incense burner

Late Ming – Early Qing dynasty

Sydney L. Moss Ltd 珍藏中國晚期銅器

明末至清初銅鏤空佛獅戲繡球紋熏球

delicately cast with a spherical body divided into eight quadrants, each enclosing a pair of Buddhist lions and a beribboned brocade ball against a pierced diaper ground, the bronze patinated to a warm caramel-brown tone

17 cm

There is extensive oxidisation to the interior bowl. Minor surface wear to the exterior.

内部氧化痕跡。外部輕微磨痕，屬正常。

"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.

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Collection of Ulrich Hausmann.

Sotheby's Hong Kong, 8th October 2014, lot 3377.

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香港蘇富比2014年10月8日，編號3377

A bronze openwork spherical incense burner Late Ming – Early Qing dynasty | 明末至清初 銅鏤空佛獅戲繡球紋熏球

A bronze openwork spherical incense burner Late Ming – Early Qing dynasty | 明末至清初銅鏤空佛獅戲繡球紋熏球