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A PALE CELADON JADE FIGURE OF A MYTHICAL HORSE QING DYNASTY, 18TH/19TH CENTURY
Estimate
20,000 - 30,000 GBP
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Description
- jade
the animal wading through breaking waves, with two scrolls tied to its back with a sash, the stone of an even pale celadon tone, green stained ivory and wood stand
Provenance
Collection of H.R.H. Duke of Gloucester.
Christie's London, 20th May 1954, lot 34 (Gns165).
John Sparks Ltd., London, 12th June 1954 (£200).
Christie's London, 20th May 1954, lot 34 (Gns165).
John Sparks Ltd., London, 12th June 1954 (£200).
Condition
There is a 5mm by 3mm chip to the waves to the front right edge below the head of the horse, there is also a small bruise/chip to one of the scroll ends and to the nearby sash, on the back of the horse (both approx. 2mm by 2mm).
"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."