Lot 490
  • 490

A GROUP OF EIGHT TIBETAN-STYLE SILVER-MOUNTED AND HARDSTONE-EMBELLISHED JADE VESSELS QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 HKD
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Description

  • jade, silver, hardstone
comprising a yellow and russet jade incense burner; a cylindrical incense burner with a lion finial; an incense burner of compressed globular form; a pair of bowls and three cylindrical ewers

Condition

As visible in the catalogue photo, there is oxidisation to the silver. There has been some strengthening at the points where the mounts meet the body, especially the handle, and some loose elements. There are minute dents and bruises to the design elements.
"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."