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A WHITE JADE ‘LINGZHI’ GROUP QING DYNASTY, 18TH/19TH CENTURY
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 GBP
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Description
- jade and wood
modelled as two fungus joined with short curved stems, the stone of an even white tone; together with a celadon and russet jade bixie, wood stand, and a white jade ‘Immortal’ group
Provenance
Purchased in France, 5th April 1982 (lingzhi group); 1991 (bixie); and 8th February 1991 (immortal group)
Condition
The lingzhi group is in excellent condition.
The figure group is in good condition with the exception of natural russet inclusions and veins.
The bixie has one horn chipped (circa 1 x 0.3cm) and minor nicks along the extremities.
The stones are of a slightly more celadon 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."