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A GROUP OF FIVE JADE PLAQUES YUAN - QING DYNASTY
Estimate
14,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- Jade
comprising: a large pale green jade and russet openwork oval belt buckle, finely worked with a large egret in flight amidst intertwined lotus stems, the reverse with an oval mount for attachment in imitation of a bamboo stem, Yuan/Ming Dynasty; a pale green jade 'Buddhist lion' belt buckle, 18th/19th century; two pale green jade pendants depicting boys on dragon carp, 18th/19th century; and a white jade 'butterfly' pendant, 19th century
Condition
The oval belt buckle with an egret has several areas of chip to the leafy edges and extremities (the largest area measuring 0.7 x 0.1cm).
The five plaques are in general good condition with the exception of minor nibbling along the extremities.
"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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE 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. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."