明初 墨白玉雲龍紋紙鎮

finely carved in low relief as a horned dragon emerging from swirling cloud scrolls along the sides and base, raising its whiskered head with magnificent hair flowing behind, finely detailed with an incised beard and scales, facing a smaller chilong, the stone of contrasting mottled grey and black colour

The jade pebble carving is in overall 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."

一近例雕龍紋與螭龍，曾展於香港東方陶瓷學會《文玩萃珍》，馮平山博物館，香港，1986年，編號182。