- 3813
A WHITE JADE 'DEER AND BAT' GROUP QING DYNASTY, 17TH CENTURY
Estimate
200,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description
finely carved as a recumbent deer with its head turned towards its back, grasping a leafy sprig bearing peaches in its mouth, a bat with outstretched wings resting on the peaches atop the deer's back, the stone of a pale celadon-white colour with russet inclusions
Provenance
Collection of Philip Cardeiro.
Exhibited
The Property of Philip Cardeiro, Knapton Rasti Asian Art, London, 2009, cat. no. 15.
Condition
In overall good condition except a natural fissure around the wing of the bat. The catalogue illustration with a yellowish tone.
"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."