- 863
A WHITE JADE CARVING OF SHOU LAO AND DEER QING DYNASTY
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- jade
the standing deity holding a fruiting peach bough adjacent to a recumbent deer, the stone with milky inclusions, wood stand (2)
Provenance
G. Malina, New York, 24th March 1976.
Literature
Chinese Snuff Bottles and Jade Carvings from the Douglas, Gnam and Other Collections, The Chinese Porcelain Company, New York, 1992, cat. no. 106.
Condition
The carving is in overall good condition with expected wear to the surface. The stone is more celadon colored than in the catalogue image and the milky white inclusions are more pronounced.
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.