Lot 132
  • 132

A YELLOW JADE MYTHICAL BEAST QING DYNASTY

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

  • jade
carved recumbent with legs tucked underneath its body and tail curled alongside its rear haunches, the horned beast grasping a sprig of lingzhi in its mouth, the stone of a yellowish tone with russet inclusions

Provenance

A Hong Kong Family Collection (by repute).

Condition

The carving in very good condition with the exception of very minute nibbling along the extremities. The stone of a brighter celadon-yellow tone 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."