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A 'SHOUSHAN' STONE CARVING OF A MYTHICAL BEAST QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- Length 2 7/8 in., 7.3 cm
wood stand (2)
Provenance
Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York, 21st December 1981.
Collection of Florence (1920-2018) and Herbert (1917-2016) Irving, no. 517.
Collection of Florence (1920-2018) and Herbert (1917-2016) Irving, no. 517.
Condition
The carving is in mostly good condition but there are minor losses to the teeth and scattered small chips, nicks, and scratches. There is a naturally fissured patch to the underside of the belly. Please note that this lot includes a stand, frame or other component made from a type of Chinese hardwood, which, if exported, will require a CITES permit to leave the United States.
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.