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AN ARCHAISTIC PALE CELADON JADE DISC (BI) QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- jade
well carved in relief on both sides with rows of comma spirals within narrow borders, set on one side with a carving of a phoenix and a crouching chilong on the other, the semi-translucent stone with some brown and white inclusions and added russet, wood stand (2)
Provenance
Charles Greenfield collection.
John and Rose Meengs.
Jeffrey Smith collection.
John and Rose Meengs.
Jeffrey Smith collection.
Exhibited
Grand Rapids Museum of Art, Florida, 1970s.
Condition
In good condition. There are a few minor nicks along the edges and a tiny chip to the tail of the phoenix.
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.