Lot 3749
  • 3749

A WHITE JADE 'DRAGON' SNUFF BOTTLE QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
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Description

  • jade
of oval section, the rounded rectangular body rising to a short circular neck, decorated in low relief on one side with a dragon soaring sinuously beneath ruyi-shaped clouds in pursuit of a flaming pearl, the reverse with an old man and a young boy reaching upwards towards a beribboned coin, the stone of an even white colour, tourmaline stopper

Condition

In overall good condition.
"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."