- 2016
AN AGATE 'FISH AND LOTUS' WASHER QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
估價
80,000 - 100,000 HKD
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描述
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the stone of milky-white and translucent persimmon tone, deftly carved in the form of a furled lotus leaf with curled edges, issuing from one of the few upturned branches bearing two lotus blossoms amongst foliage, a small conch attached to the other side, flanked by a frog playfully clambering on the exterior and a fish swimming towards the stems, gilt-metal spoon, wood stand
Condition
There are some refilled chips to the rim and the interior (2.5 cm). One of the lotus petals, together with a section of a nearby leaf, has possibly been polished down. There are also some other chips and bruises, including a 0.4 cm nick to the tail of the fish.
"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."