Lot 229
  • 229

FIVE JADE CARVINGS QING DYNASTY

Estimate
1,000 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • jade and wood.
  • The largest, 5.5 cm, 2 1/8  in.
comprising: a celadon water chestnut; a black and white Buddhist lion group, wood stand; a celadon and brown duck; a russet and celadon lingzhi, wood stand; and a celadon ram group 

Provenance

The water chestnut, ram group and lingzhi all purchased in Singapore in 1984.
The duck purchased in Singapore in 1979.
The Buddhist lion group purchased in Hong Kong in 1979.

Condition

These jade carvings are in good condition, but there is a small shallow chip to the front right hoof of the celadon ram group.
"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."