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A BEIGE JADE FIGURE OF A BOY SONG - MING DYNASTY |
Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
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Description
- Height 2 in., 5.1 cm
standing holding a scroll covering the lower body, the face with a gleeful expression below a single topknot, the small feet peeking out from underneath the robe, the scroll inscribed Shang da ren qiu twice, the stone a grayish-beige variegated with brown and pierced through vertically
Provenance
Bluett & Sons, London, 3rd October 1983.
Collection of Florence (1920-2018) and Herbert (1917-2016) Irvin, no. 126.
Collection of Florence (1920-2018) and Herbert (1917-2016) Irvin, no. 126.
Condition
The figure is in overall good condition with only two small chips to one edge of the scroll and to the hair..
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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.