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拍品專文
Modelled in the form of an archaic bronze ritual vessel and with boldly carved spirited chilongs, this impressive libation cup is a fine example of the level of skill and expertise carvers possesed. Compare with a Ming dynasty rhinoceros horn libation cup of similar form with with nine dragons sold in these rooms, 10 May 2011, lot 13; another sold in our Hong Kong rooms, 31 May 2010, lot 1804; and another in the collection of the late Dr. Ip Yee, is illustrated by Jan Chapman, The Art of Rhinoceros Horn Carving in China, London, 1999, p. 130, no. 135.
Please note this lot is accompanied by a letter from Animal Health agreeing that Christie's may sell it without further CITES certification and confirming that they would be likely to grant an export permit for it to leave the EU post-sale.
Please note this lot is accompanied by a letter from Animal Health agreeing that Christie's may sell it without further CITES certification and confirming that they would be likely to grant an export permit for it to leave the EU post-sale.