- 1493
A SMALL CELADON JADE 'DRAGON' SEAL 17TH / 18TH CENTURY
Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 USD
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Description
- jade
of flattened rectangular form, surmounted by a coiled dragon, pierced through the body with a small aperture, the softly polished stone of a pale green tone with some white inclusions and russet coloration
Provenance
Ralph M. Chait Galleries, New York, circa 1960s (by repute).
Collection of Martha Graham (1894-1991).
Collection of Martha Graham (1894-1991).
Condition
There is a minute chip to one of the top corners of the seal, and two minute nicks along the top edge. There is some roughness to the top of the seal, and stained fissures in the stone.
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.