A JADE 'PHOENIX' WATERPOT AND COVER 17TH CENTURY

carved recumbent with its legs tucked underneath and its long tail curled alongside, the head slightly turned to its right, clutching a sprig of bamboo in its beak, hollowed at the top with a circular aperture, the cover possibly later carved, the stone of a greyish pale celadon tone, wood stand

The carving is in good condition with the exception of tiny nicks to the edges of the bamboo leaves, the tail feathers and a possible area of loss or polish to the endof one tail feather.
"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."