- 3021
AN ARCHAISTIC CELADON JADE 'BELL' INKSTONE QING DYNASTY, 17TH / 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
300,000 - 400,000 HKD
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Description
the stone of a celadon tone with russet and chalky inclusions, carved on one side with a garlic bulb-shaped water pool above a flat and broad grinding surface, framed by low-relief stylised mythical animals on three sides, the reverse similarly carved with an archaistic bell (zhong) surrounded by stylised animal motifs
Provenance
Acquired in Paris between the 1970s and the early 90s.
Condition
The overall condition is very good with the exception of some minor nibbles to the edges of the grinding surface. The celadon stone has a horizontal brown vein towards the middle and some pale russet inclusions along the borders (showing in the illustration in the catalogue). The actual color is quite close to the catalogue illustration.
"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."