- 1330
JADEITE 'GUAN YIN' AND DIAMOND PENDANT
Estimate
180,000 - 280,000 HKD
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Description
- Guan Yin approximately 52.43 x 28.99 x 2.80mm.
The translucent jadeite of deep emerald green colour carved as a Guan Yin resting on a lotus pedestal, decorated with baguette diamonds, mounted in 18 karat white gold.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the Jade Identification Certificate, the jadeite 'Guanyin' is natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the report for details. Kindly note the picture on the report was taken before the jadeite 'Guanyin' was reset into current mount. In our opinion, the jadeite is highly translucent, of deep and strong emerald green colour. Upon illumination, there are a few minor white or dark spots, not seen to naked eyes in normal lighting. Diamonds are about E to F colours, VVS to VS clarity.
Condition: Nice craftsmanship, the 'guanyin' has a serene face and good proportion, overall in very good condition, almost as new.
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 certificate numbered KJ 638, dated 10 April 2002, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".