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A CELADON JADE 'DRAGON AND PHOENIX' STAND AND CRYSTAL BALL THE JADE STAND: MING DYNASTY |
Estimate
30,000 - 40,000 HKD
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Description
- crystal 8.9 cm, 3 1/2 in.; stand 13.2 cm, 5 1/4 in.
the stand skilfully carved in openwork depicting a chilong and phoenix amidst swirling clouds, the stone of a pale celadon tone with natural veins, supporting a crystal ball of good clarity
Provenance
Sotheby's Hong Kong, 28th October 1992, lot 501.
Condition
There are expected shallow chips to the fragile extremities of the openwork carving, including two measuring approx. 1.5 cm each flanking one ruyi cloud at the front. There are natural flaws/fissures to the stone. There is an approx. 1 cm bruise and light surface wear to the crystal ball.
"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."