- 3744
A BLACK AND WHITE JADE 'FISH' SNUFF BOTTLE POSSIBLY SUZHOU, QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
300,000 - 400,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- jade
the well-hollowed dark grey and black stone boldly carved as two pairs of conjoined leaping fish with tails flicked vigorously, finely picked out with scales and serrated fins, surmounted by a waisted neck
Provenance
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 2nd May 1996, lot 1272.
Hugh M. Moss Ltd.
J & J Collection.
Christie’s Hong Kong, 25th April 2004, lot 814.
Hugh M. Moss Ltd.
J & J Collection.
Christie’s Hong Kong, 25th April 2004, lot 814.
Condition
The overall condition is very good except for a few expected minute light abrasions 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. 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."