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A GROUP OF SIX JADE VESSELS AND CARVINGS YUAN/MING DYNASTY
Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
comprising: a heart-shaped reticulated plaque depicting a sinuous dragon amidst clouds; a small white jade washer, the base carved with a flowering lotus; a small celadon jade washer carved on the exterior with taotie masks; rectangular box and cover finely carved with a bird perched on a branch of a flowering prunus tree; a small celadon jade archaistic cup with handles; and a cup with a pair of handles in the shape of sinuous chilong dragons
Condition
The vessels and the reticulated plaque are in overall good condition. The dragon-handled cup has some nibbles around the foot.
"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."
"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."