- 3067
A RARE STONE AXE, YUE NEOLITHIC PERIOD |
Estimate
150,000 - 200,000 HKD
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Description
- 19.5 cm, 7 5/8 in.
of flaring form with a gently bevelled rounded cutting edge, the opposite end pierced through with a hole, the stone well patinated to a variegated greyish-green and brown colour
Provenance
The Von Oertzen Collection.
Christie's London, 12th May 2009, lot 57.
Christie's London, 12th May 2009, lot 57.
Literature
S. Howard Hansford, Jade. Essence of Hills and Streams, Johannesburg, 1969, p. 41, no. A33.
Condition
One corner of the axe has been chipped, there are other shallow nicks/chips along the edges, as seen in the catalogue illustration.
"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."