- 1411
天然翡翠 「五子登科」 擺件
估價
120,000 - 200,000 HKD
招標截止
描述
- Jadeite, Wood
- 擺件約 60.62 x 78.56 x 39.07毫米
The translucent jadeite of celadon tone, suffused with emerald green colour and patches of amber colour, carved as five newly hatched chicks playing and pecking worms on a melon, symbolising the success of offsprings and heirs.
Condition
Colour and Clarity: According to the Jadeite Jade Testing Certificate, the jadeite carving is natural, Type "A" Jadeite Jade. Please refer to the certificate for details. In our opinion, the jadeite carving is translucent, of multi-colour, light to dark celadon tone spreading from left to right, suffused with patches of medium green colour in the middle and light amber yellow on the back. Upon close look, there are cloud inclusions and some tiny brownish specks, generally not noticeable in distant view and do not affect the overall visual appearance.
Condition: Nice craftsmanship, with fitted wooden stand, in very good condition.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Please note that jadeite and rubies of Burmese origin and articles of jewellery containing jadeite or rubies of Burmese origin all less than 100 years old may not be imported into the US. The purchaser's inability to import any item into the U.S. or any other country as a result of these or other restrictions shall not justify cancellation or rescission of the sale or any delay in payment. Please check with the specialist department if you are uncertain as to whether a lot is subject to these import restrictions, or any other restrictions on importation or exportation.
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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
拍品資料及來源
附香港玉石鑑定中心證書（編號KJ 12675，日期2006年6月19日）• 翡翠評定為天然「A玉」• 另附木座
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五子登科
「五子登科」的典故源於一個很久遠的民間故事，話說五代後周時期，燕山府有個叫竇禹鈞的人，他的五個兒子都品學兼優，先後登科及弟，故稱「五子登科」。後《三字經》也有「窦燕山，有義方，教五子，名俱揚」的句子來歌頌這位教子有方的父親。這件雕琢細膩的翡翠擺件，雕刻出五隻剛剛破殼而出的小雞爭相爬往最高處搶食小毛蟲的情景，寓意力爭上游，事業有成。