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商代晚期 公元前十三至十一世紀 青銅圓鼎
估價
60,000 - 80,000 USD
招標截止
描述
- bronze
the rounded sides supported on three cylindrical legs, cast with a narrow band of three taotie masks with protruding eyes centered by small flanges and formed by confronting elongated kui dragons, above a band of triangular cicada blades, the lipped rim set with two upright loop handles, with a single pictogram on the interior, the patina of green and brown color with malachite encrustation, wood stand (2)
來源
T.W. Lindabury 收藏（50年代/60年代香港南洋兄弟煙草有限公司贈）
Condition
The x-ray images reveal there is a small casting flaw to the base. There is a 1/4 in. (0.6 cm) crack running from the rim below one handle. One of the legs suffers from bronze disease, which is stabilized.
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.