Lot 3315
  • 3315

A RARE AND FINELY CARVED AMBER 'DUCK' GROUP QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY |

Estimate
300,000 - 500,000 HKD
bidding is closed

Description

  • 10.2 cm, 4 in.
meticulously carved in openwork on each side with a duck swimming in a pond picked out with rippling waters, surrounded by several smaller ducks, the plumage of each bird detailed with fine incisions, all enclosed within a rounded triangular frame rendered in the form of overhanging trees and lush vegetation, the semi-translucent stone of a vibrant reddish-orange colour, wood stand

Provenance

Christie's New York, 30th May 1991, lot 39 (part lot).

Condition

The group is in good overall condition. There are expected minute losses to the fragile extremities, including the beaks of two ducks and a small section of the foliate border on one side.
"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."