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ICY JADEITE 'DRAGON', JADEITE AND DIAMOND BROOCH / PENDANT
Estimate
48,000 - 62,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- Dragon approximately 65.70 x 42.10 x 5.40 mm.
The highly translucent icy jadeite plaque of light celadon tone carved as a dragon, decorated with brilliant-cut diamond-set scrolls modelled as billowing clouds, accented with circular jadeite cabochons, mounted in 18 karat white and blackened gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the icy jadeite 'dragon' is highly translucent to almost semi-transparent. Upon close and careful look, there are some white and dark greenish clouds, not noticeable when worn. The four tiny round jadeite cabochons are of matching, strong emerald green colour. Diamonds, together weighing approximately 0.75 carat, are about I to J colours, VS2 to SI clarity.
Condition: Traditional dragon carving in stylish and chic design, in mint 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.