- 1095
FOUR AMETHYST CARVINGS QING DYNASTY
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 USD
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Description
- amethyst
the first a toad and lotus group representing the meaning of 'May you continuously gain wealth'; the second a gourd, water chestnut and balsam pear group, forming a rebus for 'Wish to have many sons'; the third a lychee group, meaning 'May there be good fortune and great profit'; and the fourth a pomelo and lingzhi group, representing the wish 'May you have everything you need', wood stands (8)
Condition
Toad and Lotus: there are small chips to the tips of the lotus petals.
Gourd: chip to the tip of a leaf and the tip of the stem
Lychee: chips to the side of one leaf and the tip of another.
Lingzhi: missing a section of stem and and a leaf.
The surface of all four carvings with expected wear and small nicks from age and handling.
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.