- 1822
CARVED JADEITE 'GARLIC' ORNAMENT
Estimate
220,000 - 320,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Carving approximately 130.00 x 100.00 x 75.00mm; jadeite and icy jadeite beads diameter approximately 20.50 and 2.75mm; coloured beads approximately 7.20 to 7.00mm.
The garlic cloves of graduated sizes, the translucent jadeite carving of celadon tone with patches of deep honey yellow colour, delightfully decorated with a miniature chicken gripping on a scallion, accompanied by a brownish cord strung with a jadeite bead, fringing five cords decorated by thirty-nine multi-coloured jadeite beads, anchored by numerous mini icy jadeite beads tassels.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, carving is translucent to semi-translucent, of celadon tone with patches of deep honey yellow colour. There are a few natural surface reaching but shallow rips or cracks in hidden position to the side and bottom, which do not affect the general appearance and integrity of the carving. In a way, these rips also replicate the natural look of garlic. Jadeite beads on tassel are of various hues, including apple green, honey yellow, brownish to orangy red, light purple and icy colours. Overall, these beads are semi-transparent to translucent.
Condition: Nice craftsmanship, clever use of natural colours and the contrast between matt and polished finish to present the subject. Accompanied by a wooden stand, all in excellent condition.
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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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.
Catalogue Note
Accompanied by a wooden stand.