清十八世紀 白玉祥鳳獻桃擺件

carved in the form of a recumbent phoenix grasping in its beak a sprig of peaches, its folded wings rendered with plumage, the long bifurcated tail curling towards its head, the translucent stone of an even white colour accentuated using the russet skin on the back

The jade is in overall good condition with some tiny nicks along the edges of the leaves and the tail feathers.
"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."

可見一例，錄於Brian Morgan，《Dr Newton’s Zoo: A Study of Post-Archaic Small Jade Carvings》，倫敦，1981年，圖版96。