- 3069
A WHITE JADE MUGHAL CUP INCISED SEAL MARK AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description
the lustrous stone of a chalky white tone slightly tinged to pale celadon with natural veins and inclusions, the thin sides gently rising from a low flared foot to an everted mouthrim, the exterior decorated in low relief with a band of three lotus flowers enclosed within a quatrefoil border, all between two borders of foliage, the slightly countersunk base incised with a four-character reign mark
Provenance
Acquired in Paris between the 1970s and the early 90s.
Condition
There are a three hairline cracks from the mouth, with the longest C-shaped one of about 4 cm and the other two measuring 0.8 and 0.5 cm; all stabilised by glue. The overall condition is otherwise quite good.
"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."