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A WHITE AND RUSSET JADE ‘PHOENIX AND BAMBOO’ VASE GROUP QING DYNASTY, 18TH/19TH CENTURY
Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description
- jade
carved with a phoenix standing on pierced rocks issuing lingzhi sprays, its head turned back towards leafy bamboo shoots behind, the stone of an opaque white tone with russet markings
Provenance
Purchased in France, 29th September 1987.
Condition
The vase is in good condition with the exception of minor nibbling and small nicks along the extremities. There are caramel and russet markings on the vase, predominantly on the lower bottom on both sides, and natural veins with associated flakes. The stone is of a slightly more greyish 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."
"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."