Lot 38
  • 38

A SPINACH-GREEN JADE BELT BUCKLE QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
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Description

  • jade
boldly worked in openwork with a pair of chilong clambering sinuously through leafy scrolls, one half of the buckle terminating in a dragon-head hook, the other with an oval aperture, the underside of each with a raised circular panel, the stone of a spinach-green tone with dark mottling

Provenance

Sotheby's London, 14th February 1956, lot 135 (£48).

John Sparks Ltd., London, 18th February 1956 (£68).

Condition

This belt buckle is in good condition.
"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."