- 686
A WHITE AND RUSSET JADE FIGURE OF AN IMMORTAL AND ATTENDANT QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 HKD
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Description
- jade
the aged immortal sporting a long moustache and finely incised beard, carved standing grasping a spray of millet extending over his right shoulder, a boy attendant standing by his side holding a vase containing a spray of fruiting osmanthus, the jade of even white colour accented with touches of russet skin, wood stand
Condition
The figure is in good overall condition. There are some expected occasional tiny nibbles to the edge of the carving, including a nick to the edge of a leaf curling on the figure's left shoulder, or tiny bruises to the robe folds or the tip of the osmanthus berries, possibly originals. The figure is stuck to the stand. The actual colour is consistent if not slightly tinged to celadon when compared to the catalogue illustration.
"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."
"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."