- 1323
TWO ICY JADEITE PENDANTS
Estimate
30,000 - 50,000 HKD
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Description
- Vase approximately 23.92 x 51.00 x 11.60mm; lock approximately 30.02 x 51.05 x 11.81mm.
Of highly translucent celadon tone, one carved as a flower vase, decorated with two lively fishes; and the other carved as a hanging lock, decorated with two rats; suspending from a grey and black cord decorated by jadeite and quartz rondelles, lengths approximately 690mm. (2)
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade testing certificate, the icy jadeites are natural, Type A jade. In our opinion, they are highly translucent with a very slight tint of apple green. There are some natural whitish inclusions, fissures, some surface reaching,.
Condition: In good condition. This lot is offered without reserve.
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 Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificates numbered SJ 8911 and SJ 8910, dated 9 February 2010, stating that the jadeites are natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".