Lot 49
  • 49

A SMALL CARVED CELADON JADE BOULDER Qing dynasty, 19th century

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

the vertically oriented boulder carved to the front with a figure and his attendant at a promontory set at the bottom of a cave enclosing a pavilion framed by pine trees and craggy rockwork, complete with a meandering stream running toward the attendant fetching water with a cup, the reverse with a small crane, among pine trees and sharp boulders carved from the russet skin and white inclusions of the celadon stone

Condition

In good overall condition with a minor area of shallow pock marks near the crane.
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.