- 1406
THREE CARVINGS QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 USD
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Description
- agate
comprising a rock crystal recumbent quail; an agate standing figure in draped robes carrying a fly whisk; and an amber monkey holding a small peach among a group of giant peaches borne on a leafy branch (3)
Condition
The quail is in overall good condition with slight wear to the beak and natural inclusions to the stone. The monkey group is in overall good condition with minor wear. The figure is in overall good condition with abraded feet, natural fissures to the stone, and a minor chip to the tip of the fly whisk.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.