- 3315
A WHITE JADE 'TRIPLE BOYS AND LOTUS' GROUP MING DYNASTY
Estimate
250,000 - 300,000 HKD
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Description
- jade
well worked in the round as a group of three boys standing back to back, each of the cherubic figures depicted with a gentle smile, one portrayed holding a long stem bearing a lotus pod, another a lotus bud, the third linking arms with the former and resting his left hand on the waist of the latter, the charming group of a white colour with pale russet markings, drilled through vertically for suspension
Provenance
A European private collection.
Bonhams London, 6th November 2014, lot 288.
Bonhams London, 6th November 2014, lot 288.
Condition
The group is in overall good condition. There is some expected pitting to the stone. The group has been drilled for suspension.
"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."