- 3154
A Lobed Moghul-Style Jade Bowl Qing Dynasty, 18th Century
Estimate
700,000 - 900,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
the sides divided with six lobes and resting on a splayed foot, each lobe carved in low relief with a lotus bloom issuing leaves on each side, all above a palmette band above the foot, the lobed base with concentric bands of chrysanthemum petals, the stone of an even celadon-white tone with few white streaks
Provenance
Collection of Charles Kelekian (inv. no.632)
Sotheby's London, 15th October 1998, lot 133.
Sotheby's London, 6th April 2011, lot 357.
Sotheby's London, 15th October 1998, lot 133.
Sotheby's London, 6th April 2011, lot 357.
Condition
The general condition of the bowl is quite good, with the exception of some general wear and one minor nick to the rim. There are a few minor nibbles to the petal tips of the base and an approximately 0.5 cm. nick to a petal in the medallion. The actual colour is a tinge greyer than the catalogue photo.
"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."