A CELADON JADE ‘PRUNUS’ WASHER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

worked in the form of two large hollowed prunus flowers adjacent to each other, borne on gnarled leafy branches issuing further prunus blooms, the stone of an even pale celadon tone

There are some minute bruises and possible small polished chips to the edges of the petals. In very good condition apart from minor nibbling along the extremities. The stone is of a slightly more celadon 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."

A similar washer was sold in these rooms, 23rd April 1963, lot 150; and two with a single prunus flower were sold in these rooms, the first, 17th April 1962, lot 154, and the second, 12th November 1974, lot 33.