Lot 354
  • 354

A WHITE JADE 'MANDARIN DUCK' GROUP QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY

Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 USD
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Description

  • jade, wood stand
the larger drake carved with its head turned and looking towards its smaller mate, both grasping stalks of lotus leaves and blossoms in their beaks, resting on a base of swirling waves, the translucent evenly-colored stone with a lustrous polish, wood stand (2)

Condition

There is a chip to the larger duck's beak and a chip to the tip of the feathers on the head of both ducks. There is a chip to one stalk and minor nicks to another. Otherwise, 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.
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.