A YELLOW JADE ABSTINENCE PLAQUE QING DYNASTY

the oval-shaped plaque finely carved, one side with a central oval enclosing two Chinese characters Zhai Jie carved in low-relief, the reverse similarly carved with two Manchurian characters, both sides carved around the characters with archaistic C-motifs, with pierced C-motif apertures, drilled with a small hole for suspension, the stone of yellowish-celadon color

The plaque is in overall very good condition. There is a hole drilled through the middle of the plaque. The actual color of the plaque is more saturated than shown 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.
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.

The meaning of the characters zhai jie is to abstain from meat, wine, and gambling before ancestral veneration.