Lot 642
  • 642

TWO PALE CELADON JADE CIRCULAR CARVINGS QING DYNASTY

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • jade
one a bi disc carved in high relief with two clambering chilong, the underside carved in shallow relief with archaistic scrolls, the stone of pale celadon with russet highlights; the other in the form of a circular flat disc, carved in shallow relief on one side with stylized archaistic dragons and comma scrolls on the other, the stone smoothly polished (2)

Condition

The first, with a minor nick to the spine of one chilong; the second, with one polished chip to the edge.
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.