BI-COLOURED JADEITE 'BAMBOO' ORNAMENT

Of semi-translucent lavender colour, carved as bamboo symbolising longevity and endurance, highlighted by leaves and sprouts, with a crouching cicada and mushrooms of light apple green tone, completed by a carved wooden stand.

Colour and Clarity: According to Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the lavender jadeite carving is natural, Type A Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the lavender jadeite carving is semi-translucenct, of light to medium light mauve tone, with very light green colour patch on the bottom at beetle and mushroom carving. Upon very strong transmitted illumination, there are two natuarl internal partings running vertically through the ornament, but generally do not affect overall integrity and not noticeable in normal lighting. Condition: Nice craftsmanship, in very good condition. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and articles of jewellery containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin all less than 100 years old may not be imported into the U.S. The purchaser's inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Please check with the specialist department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these import restrictions, or any other restrictions on importation or exportation.
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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
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.

Accompanied by Hong Kong Jade & Stone certificate numbered SJ 40912, dated 30 January 2012, stating that the jadeite is natural, known in the trade as "A Jade".