Lot 269
  • 269

A BROWN JADE ‘CHILONG’ DISC, BI QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • jade
the circular disc flanked by a pair of chilong, the stone of a greyish brown tone suffused with caramel-russet inclusions; together with a grey jade bead and a brown and black jade ‘chilong’ double-cong

Condition

Chilong Disc: There is repair to the upper side of the disc, where a section has broken off. Bead: There is a small chip to the edge of one end 1mm by 2mm. Chilong Double Cong: There is a small chip to the rim of one cong, and a 4mm by 2mm chip to the shoulder to the adjacent one.
"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."