Lot 253
  • 253

THREE WHITE AND CELADON JADE CARVINGS QING DYNASTY, 18TH/19TH CENTURY

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • jade
comprising: a small white jade boy, depicting striding with left arm raised high above his head to support a large lychee borne on a long leafy stem; an archaistic pale green jade figure of a mandarin duck clasping a lotus stem in its beak; and a small feline group composed of three cats amidst chrysanthemums 

Condition

All three jade carvings are in excellent condition with the exception of very 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."