- 3090
明末十七世紀 白玉「少獅太獅」
估價
800,000 - 1,000,000 HKD
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描述
the beast deftly carved with its head turned sharply to the left, bearing a toothy grin below a furrowed brow, curled ears, and a mane, its paws neatly tucked beneath and its bushy tail swished to one side with a cub clambering on its hindquarter, the white translucent stone accented with patches of russet skin and a soft warm patina
Condition
The group carving is in very 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."
"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."
拍品資料及來源
The craftsman of this piece has skilfully taken full advantage of the high quality of the present stone to fashion an object that is complementary to its natural shape and hue. To minimise wastage he has included areas of the russet skin of the stone, which also enhances the aesthetic beauty of the piece. See a related carving in the collection of C.P. Lin, included in the exhibition Exquisite Jade Carving. Figures, Animals, Ornaments, The University Museum and Art Gallery, Hong Kong, 1996, cat. no. 122. Compare also a small figure of a mythical beast, similarly rendered with 'C'-shaped archaistic ears, flat cut mouth and bushy tail, included in the exhibition Chinese Jade Animals, Hong Kong Museum of Art, Hong Kong, 1996, cat. no. 141.