Lot 83
  • 83

Boucle de ceinture en jade céladon pâle Dynastie Qing, XVIIIE siecle

Estimate
800 - 1,200 EUR
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Description

  • Jade
de forme ovale, sculptée en bas-relief de cinq chauves-souris aux ailes déployées autour d'un médaillon shou

Provenance

Acquired in China between 1894 and 1922.
Thence in the family by descent.

Condition

The belt buckle is in overall good condition with minute fritts along the edges of the piece. There are some natural veins running through the stone which is of a greyish white tone. A small red paper label is attached to the underside.
"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."