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A JADEITE 'LOTUS' BRUSHWASHER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- jadeite
carved as a large upturned lotus leaf with delicately curled edges, issuing from winding stems forming the base and extending over the top forming a handle, with a small duck perched on the edge and smaller leaves below on either side, the stone of pale celadon color with emerald-green and white inclusions, wood stand (2)
Provenance
Frank Deardorf, Santa Barbara, California.
Moncure Deardorf, (1883-1968) Santa Barbara, California.
Moncure Deardorf, (1883-1968) Santa Barbara, California.
Condition
There is a chip to the rim edge, otherwise in 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.
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.
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.