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A WHITE JADE ‘CAT’ GROUP QING DYNASTY, EARLY 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- jade, wood
carved recumbent with its young frolicking beside, both detailed with pointed ears, well-defined eyes, nose and whiskers, the stone of an even white tone; together with a white jade dog, wood stand
Provenance
Purchased in France, 1st December 1991 (cat) and 14th November 1984 (dog).
Condition
The cat group is in excellent condition with the exception of natural veins to the stone as seen on the larger cat's face, rear haunches, and along the smaller cat's forearm (the longest measuring 1.5cm). The stone is of a slightly warmer tone compared to the catalogue illustration.
The jade dog is in very good condition. The stone is of a slightly whiter tone compared to the catalogue illustration.
"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."
"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."