Lot 585
  • 585

A GROUP OF THREE JADE 'ANIMAL' CARVINGS MING DYNASTY AND LATER

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

comprising: a recumbent lion, the stone of greyish-black tone; a cat reclining on a fan pendant, the stone of white tone, wood stand; and three cats, the stone of black and white tone, wood stand

Provenance

Cat on fan pendant: Collection of Lady June Horlick

Condition

All three jades are in very good condition with the exception of: a short scratch to the back of the pendant; a minor bruise and possible tiny chip to the tip of one of the cats tails; and minor uneven inclusions in the receumbent lion.
"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."