A PALE CELADON JADE ARCHAISTIC EWER AND COVER QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD

the body of stylised guang form, delicately carved in low-relief with a taotie, below a band of keyfrets to the rim, all supported on a spreading foot with a further keyfret band, the archaistic dragon handle with its head rising above the flattened rim, the spout supporting a chilong suspending a ring, the domed cover carved with archaistic scrolls in low-relief below a lotus finial, the stone of a pale celadon colour with russet inclusions, wood stand

This jade ewer is in good condition, but has russet-coloured flaws to one side. There is a small bruise to the flower finial of the cover.
"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.
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This vessel is modelled after archaic bronze guang, which were cast with long spouts and often featured animal-shaped handles.  A jade pouring vessel of related shape was sold in these rooms, 17th October 1978, lot 365; and another, but lacking the loop handle near the spout, was sold in our New York rooms, 16th January 1976, lot 181.