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A CELADON JADE 'PHOENIX' VASE AND A RETICULATED JADE 'FLOWER' VASE 20TH CENTURY
Estimate
50,000 - 70,000 HKD
bidding is closed
Description
- jade
the smaller vase worked in the form of an outward facing bixie and an outward facing phoenix, the stone of even celadon colour; the larger vase enveloped with a reticulated exterior skilfully worked in the form of scrolling foliage issuing double gourds, attached with a chain connecting to an attendant flowerpot, the stone of a pale celadon colour with faint grey inclusions
Condition
The two carvings are overall very good condition. There is some expected nibbling or insignificant nicks along the edges of the carving, including minor nicks to the interior rim of the floral vase, as well as to the tips of the wings of the phoenix vase or the beast's tail on its finial.
"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."