Lot 726
  • 726

A YELLOW JADE ‘CONDOR’ PLAQUE NEOLITHIC PERIOD, HENAN LONGSHAN CULTURE |

Estimate
100,000 - 150,000 HKD
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Description

  • 9.4 cm, 3 3/4  in.
the condor depicted with a hooked beak, long neck with folds of skin, feathery back and clenched talons, one side set with a turquoise inlaid eye, the stone of yellowish-celadon colour

Condition

There are bruising to the tips of the wings and fragile extremities. Otherwise good condition.
"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."