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A MUGHAL-STYLE 'CHRYSANTHEMUM' GEM-INLAID JADE HAND MIRROR QING DYNASTY (1644-1911)
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 USD
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Description
- jade
- length 5 1/2 in.
- 13.9 cm
the central mirror-back carved as a chrysanthemum flowerhead set upon a faceted handle, the frame inlaid with gold-wire and foil-backed diamonds, rubies, emeralds to depict a floral scroll, the handle further embellished with split pearl and sapphire, the stone of a grayish-green color, with fitted case. 2 pieces.
Provenance
S.J. Phillips Ltd., London,1983
Condition
There is a bruise to one chrysanthemum petal, and fissures and inclusions in the stone.
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.