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Lot 244
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A PALE CELADON JADE VASE AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 18TH/19TH CENTURY

Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description

  • jade
the flattened pear-shaped body rising from a spreading foot to a waisted neck, flanked by a pair of upright scroll handles each secured by a circular strut, carved to each face with a quatrelobed cartouche enclosing a taotie mask, the cover in the form of an official’s hat bordered by a keyfret band, the stone of a pale celadon tone suffused with milky-white and light brown inclusions, wood stand

Condition

The vase and cover are in very 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. 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."