- 635
清十八 / 十九世紀 碧璽「靈猴獻壽」紋鼻煙壺
估價
20,000 - 30,000 HKD
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描述
- Tourmaline
the lustrous pink stone skilfully formed as a peach and carved with a monkey supporting the whole fruit
來源
John Fell Ruckman（1901-1965）收藏，賓夕法尼亞州
Charles V. Swain 收藏，此後家族傳承
Charles V. Swain 收藏，此後家族傳承
Condition
The snuff bottle is in overall good condition. There are barely significant nibbles and minor nicks to the surface as well as natural icy inclusions to the stone. The catalogue illustration is slightly brighter than the actual colour of the stone.
"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."
拍品資料及來源
A tourmaline snuff bottle of similar quality from the Mary and George Bloch collection, carved with a ‘squirrel and grapes’ design, was sold at Bonhams Hong Kong, 25th May 2011, lot 58. Compare also a miniature tourmaline bottle from the same collection, carved with a design of 'The Friends of Winter', sold in these rooms, 1st June 2015, lot 23.