A CELADON JADE 'PHOENIX' VASE AND COVER QING DYNASTY

the vase of oval section with straight sides angled at the shoulder beneath the waisted neck with dragon-scroll handles emerging from a long-tailed phoenix carved in high pierced relief, its head turned to one side with feathered wings and long tail feathers sweeping down to form the base, the domed cover with an oval knop, the stone a gray-green color with white inclusions and added russet coloration, wood stand (3)

The cover with scattered nicks. The body has three small chips, and a scratch and minor nicks to the rim edge and there is a small chip and some nicks to the tail.
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.
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.