Lot 144
  • 144

A CELADON JADE 'DEER AND CRANE' GROUP QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 GBP
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Description

  • jade and zitan wood
modelled in the form of a recumbent deer with a lingzhi sprig in its mouth, before a standing crane grasping in its mouth a leafy sprig of fruiting peaches beside a bat, all set on a rocky ledge with pierced rockwork, the stone of a pale celadon tone with streaks of milky-white inclusions, zitan wood stand

Condition

This jade is in good condition, but does have a polished chip 6mm by 7mm to one corner of the base behind the deer. There are some small chips to the rockwork to the undertide and some flaws running through the head of the deer and the body of the crane.
"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."