A CELADON JADE BOX AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

of oval form with straight sides rising from a short footring, carved to the top with leafy narcissus flowers issuing from jagged rockwork, the stone of pale celadon tone, wood stand

The box is in very good condition with the exception of a 0.3 x 0.2cm inclusion and a 0.1 x 0.1cm nick to the footring, a 0.2 x 0.1cm bruise and another 0.1 x 0.1 nick to the box where the cover is secured. There is a streak of uneven textured area (measuring circa 7 x 0.5) running from the interior of the box to its sides and base with minute dots and nicks as a result of natural property of the stone. The cover has a circa 0.3cm scratch to the underside and a circa 1.5 x 0.5cm area of light russet inclusion to the exterior at the side.
"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."