拍品 3171
  • 3171

十七世紀 犀角雕「海水龍紋」嵌白玉帶鉤

估價
250,000 - 350,000 HKD
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描述

  • Rhinoceros horn, jade
of rectangular outline, carved with a dragon emerging from swirling waters capped with frothy waves, the well-formed dragon's head extending beyond the edge on one side, all surrounding a rectangular white jade plaque set in the centre, the short sides pierced with a slotted opening for attachment, the horn shading from light amber to brown

來源

2009年購於紐約

Condition

The belt buckle is overall in good condition with only light wear and a bruise to one of the corners on top. The jade inlay is added later.
"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."

拍品資料及來源

角雕飾物極為珍罕,如此角雕帶扣,精雕細琢,未見他例,或為孤品。本品巧飾游龍穿插於翻滾波濤中,海水紋流暢清晰,雕工細膩,生動逼真。

相類角雕飾物,可參見龍狀帶鉤,斷代乾隆,屬上海博物館館藏, 載於霍滿堂,《中國犀角雕刻珍賞》,香港,1999年, 圖版181。另有一國立故宮博物院院藏角雕八龍戲珠紋火鐮盒,亦浮雕水波紋,載於 Jan Chapman,《中國的犀牛角雕刻藝術》, 倫敦, 1999年,圖版109。