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清十九世紀 犀角鏤雕花卉仙人盃
估價
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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描述
- rhinoceros horn
the large, deep cup carved as a mallow blossom supported on an intricate openwork tangle of wutong, prunus, magnolia and pine trees, incorporating figures of the Hehe twins and Su Wu the goat herder, the horn of a pale honey color darkening towards the tip, the wood stand pierced and carved as pine, wutong and lingzhi issuing from pierced rockwork supporting two goats (2)
來源
由羅得島州皮爾斯家族成員約1900年購之，自此家族收藏。
Condition
There are losses to sections of the rim with associated cracks. There are also some small patched holes and age cracks, as well as small losses to the reticulated carving. The stand has some old small chips.
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.