- 817
AN AMBER AND AMETHYST COURT NECKLACE (CHAO ZHU) QING DYNASTY
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Amber
the 108 amber beads divided by four amethyst fotou (Buddha heads), the fotou at the back connected to a gourd-shaped fotouta (Buddha head stupa), supporting a silk cord tassel intersected by a flattened rectangular jade pendant, terminating to a filigree-mounted carnelian tear-shaped bead, enhanced by three jinnian strands of amethyst beads each further suspending filigree-mounted hardstone tear-shaped drops, fitted silk box (3)
Provenance
Acquired in Singapore, circa 1980s.
Condition
The necklace has been restrung. The jadeite plaque is a possible replacement. A few of the amber beads have fractures. One large amethyst bead has two chips, and the 'buddha's head' bead and its collar, each have a chip.
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.