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TWO SILVER SNUFF BOTTLES ANDA GREY AND WHITE JADE TOAD LATE QING DYNASTY |
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 HKD
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Description
- 6.2 to 8.5 cm, 2 1/2 to 3 3/8 in.
one bottle inset with a reticulated white jade 'butterfly' plaque; the other embellished with white jade and hardstones
Condition
The three pieces are generally in good condition. There is some wear and oxidization to the silvery part of the butterfly bottle. There are a few dents to the metal mounts of the round jade bottle and traces of an old glue showing around the jade at the interstice with the metal mounts, as well as around the small hardstones at the bottom embellishing the base. There are some chips around the edges of the frog carving and traces of glue on the green coloured section of the stone.
"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."
"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."