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A CELADON JADE 'THREE ABUNDANCES' PLAQUE YUAN / MING DYNASTY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Jade
of oblong shape, carved in openwork with a branch bearing a peach, pomegranate and lychee, the sanduo (Three Abundances), amongst flowers and foliage, the stone of a grayish celadon color with russet highlights, wood stand (2)
Provenance
Collection of Robert von Hirsch, prior to 1977, thence by descent.
Condition
One branch on the side of the plaque has broken off, approx. 1 1/8 in., (3 cm) long. The underside with missing branches, and overall scattered minor nicks to the extremities.
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.
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.
Catalogue Note
The sanduo (Three Abundances) is comprised of the peach, pomegranate and lychee. The peaches symbolize long life; the pomegranates and lychee an abundance of sons and grandsons.