Lot 3452
  • 3452

A CELADON JADE FIGURE OF A BUDDHIST LION MING DYNASTY |

Estimate
60,000 - 80,000 HKD
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Description

  • 6 cm, 2 3/8  in.
depicted recumbent with its legs neatly tucked under the body and the bushy tail swept against its right haunch, the head turned to its right and grasping in its mouth a large lingzhi spray extending over its back, the beast further portrayed with a prominent snout below circular pupils and heavily furrowed brows, the shoulders and hips accentuated with swirls and flamelike tendrils, the stone of a pale greyish-green colour with white striations and brown speckles

Provenance

Acquired in Hong Kong.

Literature

Robert P. Youngman, The Youngman Collection of Chinese Jades from Neolithic to Qing, Chicago, 2008, pl. 159.

Condition

There are minor nibbling/shallow flakes along the extremities/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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