TWO KESI SILK CIVIL RANK BADGES, QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
PROPERTY FROM THE ESTATE OF JHR. IR. G.C. (GIJS) SIX VAN WIMMENUM (1892-1975)
TWO KESI SILK CIVIL RANK BADGES
QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
each woven with an egret in a landscape surrounded by clouds and the Eight Buddhist Emblems, made for a civil official of the sixth rank
(2)
Each 32.5 by 29 cm, 12¾ by 11½ in.
Condition Report:
There are some fraying, splits and small losses to both badges, along with some discolouration.
"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."
Provenance:
S.C. Bosch Reitz (1860-1938);
By descent to his godson and nephew Jhr. ir. G.C. (Gijs) Six van Wimmenum (1892 – 1975);
Thence by descent
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PROPERTY FROM THE ESTATE OF JHR. IR. G.C. (GIJS) SIX VAN WIMMENUM (1892-1975)
TWO KESI SILK CIVIL RANK BADGES
QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
each woven with an egret in a landscape surrounded by clouds and the Eight Buddhist Emblems, made for a civil official of the sixth rank
(2)
Each 32.5 by 29 cm, 12¾ by 11½ in.
Condition Report:
There are some fraying, splits and small losses to both badges, along with some discolouration.
"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."
Provenance:
S.C. Bosch Reitz (1860-1938);
By descent to his godson and nephew Jhr. ir. G.C. (Gijs) Six van Wimmenum (1892 – 1975);
Thence by descent