A PAIR OF PALE CELADON JADE PHOENIX QING DYNASTY, JIAQING PERIOD

carved in almost mirror image, standing on elaborately pierced rockwork and with the heads raised and looking backward, the plumage carefully picked out, gilt wood bases

Sotheby's London, 1st February 1977, lot 30.

One of the wattles on one of the phoenixes is lost with a clean break measuring 1.5 x 0.4cm. There are other minor nibbling in the carving and natural veining with associated flakes. The other phoenix is in excellent condition with the exception of natural flaw/veining with associated flakes particularly to the plumage of the bird. The stones are of slightly more celadon tone compared to the catalogue illustration. The stones are of a slightly darker celadon tone compared to 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."