Anonymous
IMPERIAL EDICT , 1505 (Executed)
Lot #492 |
2015-03-19 |
Sotheby's, New York
Fine Classical Chinese Paintings & Calligraphy
Category:
Handscroll
Estimate:
USD 10,000 - 15,000 (currency of sale)
Price Sold:
Auction Details
Auction house: Sotheby's
Auction number: N09320
Auction name: Fine Classical Chinese Paintings & Calligraphy
Auction type: Fine Art
Location: New York
Start date: 2015-03-19
Currency: USD
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Lot Description
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Genre: Chinese Calligraphy
Department: Painting & Works on Paper
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Year notes: Dated the sixth day of the fourth lunar month (May 9, 1505).
Catalog summary
Anonymous IMPERIAL EDICT ink on brocade, handscroll dated the eighteenth year of the Hongzhi reign, the sixth day of the fourth lunar month (May 9, 1505), with one seal, zhi gao zhi bao Condition - Overall in good condition except minor stains and tanned color due to age. 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.