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題蘇軾《前赤壁賦》一節

Apart from a few surface scratches and some typical age cracks, predominantly around the footrim, the overall condition is quite good. The actual patina is of a deeper reddish-brown tone, less orange compared to the catalogue illustration.
"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."

Compare a bamboo brushpot carved with an illustration of the Northern Song dynasty poet, Su Shi’s (1037-1101), visit to the Red Cliff, showing the poet with his two friends in a covered boat, and a section of the text from the Ode to the Red Cliff, sold at Christie’s New York, 19th September 2007, lot 33; another, from the Lutz collection, sold in our New York rooms, 18th March 2008, lot 49; and a further slightly larger example, carved with the same theme, sold in these rooms, 10th April 2006, lot 1643, from the collection of S.J. Tramiel.