A PAIR OF JADEITE COVERED VASES MOUNTED AS LAMPS QING DYNASTY

each of flattened baluster form, with a central archaistic monster-mask and loose-ring handle above the foot, the sides flanked by two chilong clambering over angular scrollwork, the cover surmounted by a lion finial, the opaque-green stone with russet inclusions, supported on a carved openwork wood stand above a gilt metal waisted rectangular plinth cast with foliate decoration centered by a stylized shou character, the vases surmounted with flared kesi-fragment lampshade and fruit-form jadeite finial (7)

Both jadeite lamps are attached to the metal mounts so the bases cannot be inspected. One lamp with a polished down inclusion to the tip of one tail of a Chilong. The other lamp has a tiny chip to the ear of one Chilong and a small nick to the corner of one cover. A carved inclusion runs across the top of one of the finials. One cover is glued to the metal mounts, the other is detached. The wire inlaid wood bases have some small nicks and areas where the wire is lifting. The metal is tarnished, worn in areas and one lamp has some pale green patination near the top of the base. The jadeite, wire-inlaid and metal bases of both lamps have age appropriate wear over the surface
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.