Lot 907
- 907
A FAMILLE-VERTE 'BUDDHIST LION' BRUSHPOT QING DYNASTY, KANGXI PERIOD |
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Height 5 in., 12.5 cm
of cylindrical form with straight sides supported on a flat base, finely painted with two rectangular panels framed in iron red, each enclosing a brightly-enameled lion playing with a large beribboned brocade ball amid stylized flame wisps
Condition
There is a firing crack to the interior and a star crack on the exterior base, there is some russet-colored staining to the interior well and the surface with wear overall consistent with age and use.
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.