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A GRAYISH-WHITE JADE CARVING OF A HORSE MING DYNASTY, 17TH CENTURY
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- jade
finely carved with all four legs tucked under its body, the head turned gently back towards the rear, the mane finely incised into clusters falling to either side of its neck, the stone of an even grayish-white color with patches of russet and white inclusions
Provenance
Private Collection, Orange County, California.
Condition
The horse is in overall good condition. There are minor nicks along the edges of its hooves and a rough patch to the haunch of the horse where the skin has been polished, and russet has been added.
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.