- 1739
CARVED PINK TOURMALINE AND JADEITE BEAD PENDANT, QING DYNASTY
Estimate
80,000 - 120,000 HKD
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Description
- pink tourmaline, jadeite and seed pearls
- Tourmaline approximately 49.05 x 45.13 x 13.00mm; and bead approximately 8.98mm.
The translucent tourmaline of rich pink colour, carved with a tiger, suspended from a cord strung with seed pearls and a green jadeite bead.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: In our opinion, the carved pink tourmaline is transparent, of medium, intense purple-pink colour. Upon transmitted lighting or close look, there are clouds and crystal inclusions. Jadeite bead is semi-translucent, of mottled apple green colour. Seed pearls are cream white.
Condition: The carved tourmaline pendant dated Qing Dynasty, with interesting carving, in 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.