- 791
A PAIR OF ARCHAIC JADE ORNAMENTS SHANG DYNASTY
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 HKD
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Description
- jade
each of crescent shape with one end terminating in a sharp point, the other carved with notches and pierced through with a small aperture, the stone of a translucent white colour mottled with faint russet inclusions
Provenance
Collection of A.W. Bahr, Weybridge, 1963.
Collection of Arthur M. Sackler.
Christie's New York, 18th March 2009, lot 281 (part lot).
Collection of Arthur M. Sackler.
Christie's New York, 18th March 2009, lot 281 (part lot).
Condition
The overall condition is very good with only a few minor polished nicks and surface accretions. The actual ornaments are of a slightly more celadon tone than 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."