A CELADON JADE ‘LINGZHI AND LOTUS’ CARVING QIANLONG SEAL MARK AND PERIOD

naturalistically carved with a bat perched on a hollowed lingzhi head borne on a gnarled stem issuing further attendant lingzhi heads, all beside a pair of lotus blooms and a leafy magnolia spray, the reverse of the stem incised with a four-character seal mark, the stone of a greyish celadon tone with russet veining

A European Private Collection.

There is a 5mm., V-shaped chip to the ruyi head on the left side (as illustrated) with an associated fissure and loss to the ribbons and stems to the right side. It should be noted that the stone is of a slightly darker celadon tone than the catalogue illustration would suggest.
"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."