Lot 375
  • 375

A WHITE JADE CARVING OF DUCKS QING DYNASTY, 18TH / 19TH CENTURY

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • jade
carved as two conjoined mandarin ducks facing opposite directions, each grasping an openwork tangle of lotus stalks and reeds in its beak, the feathers on their wings finely detailed, a smaller duck with a fish in its beak at one end, the stone of an even white tone with minor areas of russet

Condition

There is a minor nick to the edge of one reed. The piece appears to be 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.