Lot 1624
- 1624
AN INSCRIBED 'TIELIMU' STAND DATED XIANFENG JIAYIN YEAR, CORRESPONDING TO 1854 |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Length 13 7/8 in., 35.4 cm
carved to the top with a couplet, followed by a dated inscription, signed Lanshi zhuren (Master of orchid and rock)
Provenance
William Lipton Ltd, New York.
Condition
The stand is in good overall condition. There are scattered nicks and a few small chips along the edge. There is wear and loss of the pigment in the inscription and wear to the surface 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.