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TWO ARCHAISTIC JADE PENDANTS AND AN ARCHAIC JADE SCABBARD SLIDE, WEI MING DYNASTY AND EARLIER |
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 HKD
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Description
- 3.5 to 4 cm, 1 3/8 to 1 1/2 in.
comprising a Han dynasty-style huan disc carved with two chilong in relief, an archaic double rectangular bead and a Han dynasty scabbard slide, wei, decorated with a 'grain' pattern, all carved from variegated brown stones
Condition
The scabbard slide has some surface pitting as visible on the photo and some small old shallow chips along the edges, the disc also has some old polished chip, the bead some surface wear, pitting and slightly calcified areas. All consistent with age and handling.
"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."