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LAVENDER JADEITE 'BUDDHA AND CHILD' CARVING
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description
- Carving approximately 136.57 x 165.00 x 53.92mm.
The semi-translucent jadeite of light lavender tone with splashes of light green colour, carved as a laughing Buddha, holding a gold ingot 'yuan baos'（元寶）and a child, symbolising prosperity and fertility.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the jadeite carving is natural, type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the carved jadeite 'buddha' is translucent, of celadon tone suffused with light mauve patches. Upon close look, there are cloudy inclusions.
Condition: Nice craftsmanship depicting a very happy and lively Buddha, with fitted box, 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 fitted wooden stand and box; and Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ 46338, dated 31 December 2009, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".