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A GROUP OF JADEITE SNUFF BOTTLES QING DYNASTY, 1800 - 1900
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description
- Height of tallest: 2 1/4 inches
one of ovoid shape decorated with birds and flowers, another of flattened form carved with the 'Three Friends of Winter', the third decorated with pine, crane and deer, the stone with apple-green and creamy-white inclusions (3)
Condition
Snuff bottle with bird and flowers - one minor nick to the edge of the leaf. Three friend of winter snuff bottle - minor scattered nicks to rim edge. One shoulder has an area that has been lightly scratched and worn. Snuff bottle with crane and deer - scattered minor nicks to rim edge.
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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE 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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.