A WHITE JADE 'PEAPOD' PENDANT QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |

the oval pebble carved as a pair of peapods suspended from an openwork vine, the smaller pod resting against the larger, three leaves and a coiling tendril carved in high relief falling over the pods, the details naturalistically rendered with soft undulations to the tender leaves, subtle rounding where the peas press against the shell, and minute ridges on the stringed edge of the pod, the stone an even icy white tone

Sotheby's Hong Kong, 3rd-4th May 1994, lot 443 (part lot).

The carving is in overall good condition with only very minor expected wear, including a couple minute nicks to the edges. The color of the stone is whiter than in the illustration in the printed catalog.
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.