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A CARVED CELADON JADE 'DRAGON' VASE AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
70,000 - 90,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- jade
of flattened baluster form, crisply worked in low relief with two ferocious dragons writhing amongst cloud scrolls and flame wisps contesting a 'flaming pearl', the neck flanked by a pair of animal mask handles suspending thick loose rings, all supported on a tall spreading foot with lappets, surmounted by a domed cover with cloud scrolls and a spiralling knop, the stone of a rich celadon colour with greyish-green and milky-beige inclusions
Condition
The vase is overall in good condition, occasional minute nibbling. With traces of glue to the join between the cover and vase.
"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."