- 741
A JADEITE BOWL AND COVER QING DYNASTY, 19TH CENTURY
Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 USD
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Description
- Jade
the deep U-shaped bowl carved in low relief on the exterior with a dragon chasing a 'flaming pearl', the base with a stylized shou character, the cover with cloud design, the mottled grayish-celadon stone with bright green and russet streaks, wood stand (3)
Provenance
Gift of the Carolyn C. Rowland Trust (accession no. 2013.39a-b).
Condition
There are several stained fissure cracks to the bowl, the longest approx. 3 1/2 in., (9 cm) long emanating from the rim to the base of the bowl. There are also the expected nicks around the edges and a small polished area to the footrim. There is a stained fissure to the cover approx. 2 3/4 in., (7 cm) long.
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.
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.