清十八 / 十九世紀初 青玉雕佛手形洗

naturalistically carved with the oval well encompassed by the long 'fingers' of the fruit, their coiled tips converging into a tapered formation at one end, openwork stems and a smaller citron issuing at the opposite end, two high-relief bats peering toward the mouth of the vessel, the stone of a pale celadon color, wood stand (2)

In overall good condition with a few minute chips at the extremities of the carving. With a natural fissure in the bat's wing, a nearby light scratch, and natural inclusions to the stone. The stone is of a slightly yellower hue than seen in the printed 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.
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