- 1849
LAVENDER JADEITE 'GUAN YIN' ORNAMENT
Estimate
250,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description
- Guan Yin approximately 313.00 x 89.53 x 60.56mm.
The semi-translucent jadeite of lavender colour, carved as a Guan Yin, holding a full bloomed lotus flower, standing on a lotus throne.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the lavender jadeite "guanyin" is natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the lavender jadeite "guanyin" is translucent, of soft mauve tone which the head and body show slightly more intense colour.
Condition: Very good craftsmanship, the guanyin has a good proportion, and a smiling and serene face, matched with a very fine wooden stand, all 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.
Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory certificate numbered KJ51119, dated 8 July 2010, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".