Lot 3742
  • 3742

A CELADON AND RUSSET JADE 'TAOTIE' BOWL AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
300,000 - 500,000 HKD
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Description

  • jade
worked with deep rounded sides rising from a splayed foot to a wide everted rim decorated with eight taotie masks, all above four further masks encircling the exterior of the bowl, the domed cover with an everted finial framed by four lobed flanges and loop handles, each suspending a loose ring, the centre of the finial delicately detailed with lotus petals, the stone of a pale celadon colour with russet inclusions concentrating to the bowl

Condition

Good condition, with just minute nicks to the rims.
"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."