Lot 694
  • 694

A GREEN JADE AXE HEAD NEOLITHIC PERIOD, SHANDONG LONGSHAN CULTURE |

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 HKD
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Description

  • 9.5 cm, 3 3/4  in.
the wide blade flaring towards the curved cutting edge, pierced with an aperture at one end, one corner eroded by degradation of the stone into a soft off-white consistency

Exhibited

Angus Forsyth and Brian McElney, Jades from China, The Museum of East Asian Art, Bath, 1994, cat. no. 59.

Condition

A chip to one corner as shown in the catalogue illustration, in addition to other expected minute nicks to edges.
"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.
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