- 1648
JADEITE 'DRAGON AND PHOENIX' DISC ORNAMENT / PENDANT
Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description
- Disc approximately 53.43- 53.56 x 7.29mm.
The translucent jadeite disc of emerald green colour with patches of celadon tones carved with a dragon and a phoenix.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the carved jadeite plaque is natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the report for details. In our opinion, the jadeite plaque is translucent, of slightly uneven tone of soft to bright and deep green colour, suffused with minor white patches. Upon illumination, there are cloud inclusions, not noticeable in normal visual distance.
Condition: Fine and detailed craftsmanship, overall in very good 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 SJ14561, dated 2 August 2010, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".