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A WHITE JADE RECUMBENT BUFFALO 17TH CENTURY
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
the pebble finely carved, the beast with legs tucked beneath its body and head with bulging eyes and large horns turned to the right and clenching a leafy branch in its jaws, the stone of opaque white tone with areas of caramel tone
Provenance
Acquired in Paris, 1962.
Condition
With the exception of three small areas of repair under the tail (4mm by 12mm, 2mm by 12mm, 4mm by 2mm), a 2mm chip to the tip of the branch, russet-coloured natural inclusions and hairline cracks to the face, reeds in it mouth, and right side and rear of the body, minor nicks to the edges of the branches and very minor overall surface scratches, the present piece is in good 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. 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."