Lot 920
  • 920

TWO WHITE JADE 'ANIMAL' CARVINGS QING DYNASTY

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • jade, woodstand (rosewood dalbergia)
comprising a miniature carving of a goose clasping in its beak the stem of the lily pad on which it sits, and a recumbent horse turning its head sharply to rest on its rounded back, the mane and tail finely carved; together with a 20th century jade carving of a pair of horses reclined against one another with heads turned exchanging glances, the neck of one horse pierced (3)

Provenance

Acquired in San Francisco in the 1950s-1960s, and thence by descent.

Condition

The goose in overall good condition but with a minute nick to the tip of the beak, and another to the crest. The horse in overall good condition, with minor expected surface wear, including minute nicks to the ears. The pair of horses in overall good condition but with a small nick to the tip of the ear of one horse. Please note that this lot includes a stand, frame or other component made from a type of Chinese hardwood, which, if exported, will require a CITES permit to leave the United States.
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.