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A 'CHICKEN BONE' JADE 'DOUBLE GOURD' SNUFF BOTTLE QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- jade
well-hollowed, one side incised with an inscription in seal script, the stone with brown veining
Provenance
Acquired in Illinois, United States, 1991.
Literature
Bob C. Stevens, The Collector's Book of Snuff Bottles, New York, 1980, p. 114, no. 368.
Condition
There is some roughness around the mouth which appears to have been polished. There is wear to the inscription and the russet coloring is enhanced.
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.