Lot 14
  • 14

Chimère en jade céladon pâle et rouille Chine, dynastie Qing, XVIIIE siècle

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 EUR
Log in to view results
bidding is closed

Description

  • jade
la chimère couchée sur trois pattes, légèrement cabrée en arrière, la patte avant-droite repliée, affublée de deux cornes, des volutes de fumée sortant de sa gueule et supportant un livre, le corps recouvert d'écailles, la queue touffue ; petites égrenures

Condition

Light old wears and tiny dents to the edges of the smoke curls ; the actual color is greener than the catalogue illustration.
"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."