- 1542
A WHITE JADE FIGURE OF MAGU QING DYNASTY, 18TH / EARLY 19TH CENTURY |
Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description
- Height 5 in., 13 cm
standing with long robes cascading in folds over the body, the right hand holding a bough of peaches at the chest, the left hand clasping a sash at the hips, the face with a benevolent expression beneath a high chignon, a small deer alongside, the stone a milky color with a light russet vein at the back and base, wood stand (2)
Provenance
Collection of Jia Ni.
Robyn Turner Gallery, San Francisco, 19th November 2001.
Robyn Turner Gallery, San Francisco, 19th November 2001.
Condition
The carving is in good condition. There is light wear to the surface overall and the russet inclusion has been skillfully incorporated into the carving.
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.